For me, I follow the same steps I would with a Prophy. However I know that with a PM there is typically more anatomy to work with- Exposed roots, deeper pockets, typically more calculus because of the irregular surfaces. My PM appt is: Cavitron all teeth, HS all teeth, Explore, Touch up scaling prn, Polish, Floss (use the floss as a secondary explorer really feel those teeth with the floss), and then look at the entire mouth before doing an exam to be sure the mouth is free from polish, and debris. Also- Gracey curettes wouldn’t be a bad addition to the PM set up.
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