Question

A patient has undergone procedures in the dental office to improve his periodontal health. The patient had severe periodontal disease and has shown moderate improvement, although he states his “gums are still bleeding.” The patient already has undergone a series of radiographs, a periodontal chart, and intraoral photographs that were taken before the treatment began. What instruments and forms should the dental assistant have ready for the dentist for this patient’s next examination? What must the dental assistant do during and after the examination?

Answer 1

Who is a Dentist?

A dentist is a health practitioner which specializes in oral health and

treatment plans for individuals.

The instruments and forms the dental assistant should have ready for this

patient’s next examination include:

Briault probe

Cotton forceps

Explorers

Mouth mirror

Periodontal probe

Straight probe

These instruments should be used to check the cause of the bleeding and

administer the right treatment. and is the reason why an examination has

to be conducted.