This instrument is called an excavator, also known as a spoon excavator because the tiny ends resemble spoons and enable the dentist to "spoon" out the decay.
Excavator
From Tammy Davenport, former About.com Guide
Updated: July 25, 2007
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This instrument is called an excavator. A dentist uses an excavator to remove decay from the tooth.
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