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Do general dentists typically check for sulcus depths when examining teeth of an adult during a routine exam?

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Dr. I. Jay Freedman answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Yes: Absolutely! A regular patient should get 6 point periodontal charting on each tooth once yearly. A patient on periodontal maintenance should get it done at every recare visit.

Answered 3/18/2016

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