Why does PSR® record by sextants?
• Dividing the teeth into sextants helps facilitate screening by grouping together similar types of teeth. • PSR® is based on a similar screening system used internationally and recognized by the World Health Organization and the Federation Dentaire Internationale. Return to Top How is the periodontal probe recommended for use compared to other probes? • Ball-tipped end helps avoid puncturing the epithelial attachment during probing. • A colored band, 3.5 to 5.5 mm from the probe tip, provides a quick, accurate scoring method. (Note: The ADA and AAP do not manufacture, approve or endorse any particular periodontal probe. Recommended instructions for use and sterilization should be followed with whichever instrument is selected for use with the PSR® procedure.) Return to Top How does PSR® differ from a comprehensive examination? • PSR® is less time-consuming than a full exam. While each tooth is examined in all six areas, only the highest score is recorded for that sextant. That’s six s
