Sklar Merit Dental Probe
A fine pointed dental probe used by dentists and hygienists to examine tooth surfaces, gum pockets and cavities during routine dental checkups.
The Sklar Merit Dental Probe is a basic hand instrument used during dental examinations to check tooth surfaces, gum margins and periodontal pockets for signs of decay, calculus or disease. Its fine, pointed tip lets the clinician feel for soft spots or rough areas on enamel that indicate early caries, and lets the hygienist assess pocket depth around the gum line as part of a periodontal assessment.
Probes of this general type are used in almost every routine dental visit, from a simple check up to a more detailed periodontal charting appointment, making them one of the most frequently used instruments in general dentistry. The handle is shaped for a secure, comfortable grip that allows fine control when working within the small confines of the oral cavity.
Made from stainless steel, the probe holds its shape and point through repeated use and can withstand standard autoclave sterilisation between patients. It is a routine item in general dental instrument kits and diagnostic trays used across dental clinics and hospital dental departments.
