Patients should be carefully instructed in the use of an irrigating device because it can damage soft tissue

a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false


True
RATIONALE: At high speeds, the irrigation device may push debris into the gingival sulcus, thus causing damage to the periodontium. Irrigation devices should be used a low speeds to direct debris away from the gingival area.

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