teeth for evidence of loose caps. If present, they may be removed using a specialised ‘cap extractor’ or a long slim-bladed instrument. Both sides of the mouth should be compared to assess if the corresponding, contra-lateral cap has already shed; if not, it can also be extracted. | teeth for evidence of loose caps. If present, they may be removed using a specialised ‘cap extractor’ or a long slim-bladed instrument. Both sides of the mouth should be compared to assess if the corresponding, contra-lateral cap has already shed; if not, it can also be extracted. |