The dental explorer or sickle probe, thanks to its sharp tip, is used with to improve tactile sensation, but also: to determine the presence of tooth decay on tooth enamel; to detect calculus and caries; to examine pockets, furcations and restorations.
detection of caries. / (back action): Detection of Subgingival calculus.
(aka: Wilkins/Tufts) Wilken’s Explorer offers on the same instrument; one to the opposite side of the other.
Tip: Pointed
Handle: Mod. SMOOTH ø 6mm