3A Explorer

Purpose of Dental Explorers

A dental explorer or sickle probe is an instrument in dentistry commonly used in the dental armamentarium. A sharp point at the end of dental explorer is used to enhance tactile sensation. Explorers are designed to detect and assess:

• Supragingival calculus
• Subgingival calculus
• Anatomical abnormalities
• Dental caries
• Decalcification
• Irregularities in the margins of restorations

Purpose of 3A Explorer

3A Explorer is used for deep periodontal pockets to reach the apical regions (there is a degree of flexibility in the wire to allow tactile sensitivity). Tactile sensitivity for light and heavy calculus, roughness and smoothness, sulcular soft tissue, junctional epithelium.

How to use Dental Explorer

• Use light to moderate pressure, but when discerning between tooth structure and burnished calculus then use moderate to firm pressure
• Stroke pressure is push and pull (apply pressure both on the up and down stroke)
• Basket weave of strokes in horizontal, vertical, and oblique directions
• Apply combination of Slow & fast strokes

Dental Exploring Techniques

• Lead with explorer tip and do not back up with it
• Adapt the side of explorer tip to the tooth surface
• V-to the D (posterior teeth) or V towards the midline of the tooth (anterior teeth) for correct adaptation
• For calculus obstruction, lift the explorer away from the calculus and move under it to get to the base of the pocket
• Overlap the strokes
• Roll with the fingers (thumb and middle finger) to keep the explorer tip adapted
• Activate strokes by using fingers to finger flex and wrist rock with hand. Pivot on fulcrum finger.

Stroke Direction for Explorer

• Vertical
• Horizontal
• Oblique

Product Information

HARF INDUSTRIES dental diagnostic instruments are manufactured with high grade surgical stainless steel. With consistent bends and second-to-none edge retention, these precision instruments allow you to work efficiently and effectively in providing quality care to your patients. Handcrafted with premium stainless steel, the long-lasting edges will retain its sharpness after multiple uses. Enjoy the benefits of ergonomic handle design to reduce fatigue and increase functionality.