Select the type of instrument that would be used to carve the occlusal anatomy on an amalgam or a temporary restoration.
A)Woodson
B)Tanner carver
C)Acorn burnisher
D)Discoid-cleoid carver
E)Both B and D are correct.

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Carvers, such as the Tanner and discoid-cleoid, are designed to carve occlusal anatomy into an amalgam or other type of restorative material. An acorn burnisher is used to smooth an amalgam after condensing and is not a carving instrument.

Select the Type of Instrument That Would Be Used to Carve