Explorer – Periodontal probes are combination instruments for probing caries and parodontium. Most explorers and periodontal probes are available also in single-ended designs. Color-coded scales facilitate measurement of the gingival pocket.
· 2 mm scale
· Ball end ø 0,5 mm:
· increases tactile sensitivity
· does not damage tissue or pierce pocket bottom
· gives more accurate pocket depth measurement
· gives information on subgingival calculus and other root surface unevenness
· Color-coded scales facilitate measurement of the gingival pocket
