explorer/ measuring probe

A detailed examination of the patient’s mouth is the starting point of any dental care programme. This double-ended instrument is all you need. The Shepherd’s Crook Explorer is used to test tooth stability and the condition of the gum margins. Tartar and gum disease cause detachment of the gingiva exposing the tooth root. The depth of these sulci are measured using the measuring probe. Details are recorded for subsequent treatment and comparisons.