What is the purpose of the Kirkland knife used in periodontal surgery?
A)To bevel an incision for gingivectomy.
B)To mark periodontal pockets.
C)To cut interdental gingiva.

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A Kirkland knife is a kidney-shaped periodontal knife that is used to bevel an incision for gingivectomy. The spear-shaped periodontal knife is designed to cut interdental gingiva. A pocket marker is used to mark periodontal pockets and sulcus depths for surgery.

What Is the Purpose of the Kirkland Knife Used in Periodontal