The oral prophylaxis--survey II

A survey of Wisconsin dentists was done to better understand what procedures dentists are including in their oral prophylaxis or soft-tissue management program. The goal of the survey was to develop data so that suggestions could be made to improve this service. When we compare this survey with the survey done four years ago, we see a decline in quality care, particularly in the time spent doing the oral prophylaxis. There was little or no improvement in recording of periodontal probing depths, sharpening of instruments, use of disclosing solution and the frequency of recall.