Periodontology • NEET MDS
Gracey curettes = area-specific = single cutting edge.
Universal curettes = all areas = two cutting edges.
Gracey 7/8 = buccal lingual posteriors.
Gracey 11/12 = mesial posteriors.
Gracey 13/14 = distal posteriors.
Ultrasonic scaling better than hand for deep pockets.
Piezoelectric vs magnetostrictive ultrasonic devices.
Use these mnemonics during your revision. The key associations above are designed to help you recall Periodontal Instruments concepts instantly during the exam. Focus on the “equals” associations — these are the most commonly tested patterns in NEET MDS.