Big-O Periodontal Pocket Probe 14WB
A Williams periodontal probe - pattern 14WB
✚ Measures in millimetres –markings from the tip are 1,2,3,5,7,8,9 & 10mm
✚ The tip is blunt and smoothly rounded – to reduce risk of soft tissue trauma
✚ Diameter at the tip is optimal to fit into pockets of smaller teeth
✚ A deluxe quality handle gives a comfortable grip, good control and tactile response
✚ Handle matches the Big-O explorer probe and dental mirror
✚ Stainless Steel
✚ Sold Individually
Uses:
- Measuring periodontal pocket and gingival sulcus depth
- Scoring gingivitis – by bleeding index (on gentle rubbing of gum margin)
- Measuring gingival hyperplasia or recession
- In calculating periodontal attachment loss
How to use:
- The instrument is held in a modified pen grip.
- The instrument tip is inserted behind the gingival margin and gently advanced down the root surface until the base of the pocket (gingival attachment)is felt.
- Using the markings, the depth of the periodontal pocket or the amount of attachment loss is measured.
