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Periodontal probe use in general practice in Florida.

P J Heins1, W W Fuller, S E Fries

  • 1College of Dentistry, University of Florida, JHMHC, Gainesville 32610

Journal of the American Dental Association (1939)
|July 1, 1989
PubMed
Summary

A study of 134 Florida dental practices found that most perform complete periodontal probing for new patients. However, consistent probing for recall patients and detection of connective tissue changes varied.

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Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Periodontology
  • Preventive Dental Care

Background:

  • Periodontal probing is essential for assessing gum health.
  • Understanding current practices helps identify areas for improved patient care.
  • Florida dental practices' adherence to established periodontal assessment protocols was examined.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the utilization of periodontal probing in Florida dental practices.
  • To determine the frequency and completeness of periodontal assessments for new and recall patients.
  • To assess the detection of changes in periodontal pocket depths.

Main Methods:

  • A survey was conducted among 134 dental practices in Florida.
  • Data collected included the frequency and type of periodontal probing performed.

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  • Practices reported on assessments for both new and recall patient examinations.

    • Main Results:

    • 62% of practices performed complete recorded periodontal probing for new patients.
    • 57% of practices provided complete recorded probing for recall patients, averaging every 12.7 months.
    • Selected site probing was utilized in 22% of new patient exams and 34% of recall exams.
    • 57% of practices detected changes in pocket depths during examinations.

    Conclusions:

    • While complete probing is common for new patients, consistency for recall patients could be improved.
    • The detection of connective tissue level changes suggests the importance of regular, thorough periodontal assessments.
    • Further research may explore factors influencing adherence to complete periodontal probing protocols.