Comprehensive Periodontal Exam
A comprehensive periodontal exam involves:
-Complete medical history and review of current medication
-Soft tissue exam including cancer screening of the oral cavity
-Hard tissue exam noting bony irregularities
-Review of current periapical x-rays and Panorex
-Complete periodontal probing noting gingival recession, furcation involvement, pocket depth, and tooth mobility
-Formulation of a treatment plan based on findings