The term fulcrum is used to describe the placement of the _____ finger of the hand to stabilize the handpiece or instrument being used.

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The term fulcrum is used to describe the placement of the third finger of the hand,which holds the instrument or handpiece.The fulcrum provides stability for the operator and must be placed in such a way as to allow for movement of the wrist and forearm.
The index finger helps holds the instrument or handpiece.
The second finger helps holds the instrument or handpiece.
The fourth finger is not part of the process.

The Term Fulcrum Is Used to Describe the Placement of the _____