{"product_id":"explorer-measuring-probe-standard","title":"Explorer Measuring Probe – Standard","description":"\u003cp\u003eA double-ended diagnostic instrument for small animal dentistry, pairing a graduated periodontal probe with a #23 shepherd’s hook explorer. It’s an essential tool for oral exams and periodontal charting in dogs and cats.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGraduated probe end\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA fine, blunt-tipped probe with black-banded Williams markings (1-2-3-5-7-8-9-10 mm). It measures gingival sulcus and periodontal pocket depth, helps assess attachment loss, and locates subgingival calculus while being gentle on the gingiva.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eExplorer #23 (shepherd’s hook) end\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA sharp, finely tapered hook for tactile detection of tooth resorption (especially in cats), caries, pulp exposure, enamel defects and calculus left behind after scaling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: approx. 15 cm (6 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: 8 mm round, diamond-knurled for a secure, non-slip grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble-ended: probe and explorer in one instrument\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutoclavable and reusable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor dogs and cats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRecommended use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse during every complete dental exam, before and after scaling. Probe all surfaces of each tooth and record findings on a dental chart.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor veterinary use only.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DrTail","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48098225684631,"sku":"DRTSM39","price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/7221\/8775\/files\/41sZNDm1uaL._SL1500.jpg?v=1785790335","url":"https:\/\/drtail.com\/products\/explorer-measuring-probe-standard","provider":"Dr. Tail","version":"1.0","type":"link"}