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M12: Periodontal exam: calculus and probing

The periodontal exam on the typodont: find subgingival calculus on four assigned upper teeth, remove it from an assigned lower quadrant, and record six probing depths on two assigned lower teeth, all within 90 minutes and without damaging the gum or the teeth.

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M12: Periodontal exam: calculus and probing

The periodontal exam on the typodont: find subgingival calculus on four assigned upper teeth, remove it from an assigned lower quadrant, and record six probing depths on two assigned lower teeth, all within 90 minutes and without damaging the gum or the teeth.

Outline · 6 steps
1. Read the assignment and set up the worksheet
2. Explore 16 maxillary surfaces for calculus
3. Scale the 12 key surfaces in the assigned quadrant
4. Clear every other surface in the quadrant
5. Probe six sites on each assigned tooth
6. Check the tissue and enter your findings

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M12 has 6 steps, step pictures and checks. They open with the $99 season (90 days), the $149/yr student seat, or a class code that assigns this lesson. M0 and M1 are free.

Unlock the full library Open free M1

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