Periodontal Probing Examination

Periodontal probing is one of the essential inspection techniques for periodontitis. By exploring multiple points of each tooth in the whole mouth, the condition and condition of the teeth can be accurately understood. Targeted treatment and treatment can be achieved. 

The probing objects include the position, shape, and depth of the periodontal pocket (Probing Pocket Depth, or PPD), whether there is bleeding during probing (Bleeding on Probing, that is: Bop), the level of attachment, and whether there is root bifurcation. Lesion condition, the width of attached gingiva.

During probing, the PPd and Bop conditions will be observed. According to the records of bleeding status, tooth mobility, plaque status, etc., the cause of bleeding will be comprehensively evaluated, and the degree of tooth inflammation, the amount of calculus, and the periodontal defect will be known. At the same time, it can provide patients with periodontal examination reports, so that patients can see the disease images more intuitively.

At the same time, it is also possible to understand the patient's treatment of dental diseases by comparing the past and current Bop and PPD values.