The HVE suction tip should be positioned:
A)after the dentist positions the handpiece and mouth mirror.
B)on the surface of the operative tooth closest to the dentist.
C)so that the bevel of the suction tip is perpendicular to the tooth surface.
D)so that the edge of the suction tip is even with or slightly beyond the occlusal surface or incisal edge.

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The HVE suction tip should be positioned so that the edge of the suction tip is even with or slightly beyond the occlusal surface or incisal edge.
The HVE suction tip should be positioned before the dentist positions the handpiece and mouth mirror,on the surface of the operative tooth closest to the dental assistant,with the bevel of the suction tip is parallel to the tooth surface.

The HVE Suction Tip Should Be Positioned