Improve Your Explorer Technique

By  Donna Smith, BSDH, MSEd, RDHAP

Successful dental hygienists rely on their ability to detect and remove calculus deposits through the use of tactile sensitivity. The challenge lies in effectively detecting and removing calculus from root surfaces. While analyzing radiographs, finding supragingival deposits, and noting changes in gingival conditions are helpful in detecting subgingival calculus, these methods may still be insufficient. The use of a dental explorer reveals hidden deposits that—left undetected—will lead to both gingivitis and periodontitis.

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