The Dental Williams Periodontal Exploreris a stainless‑steel, fully autoclavable diagnostic instrument used extensively in veterinary dentistry for assessing periodontal health. It combines a Shepard’s Hook explorer (#23) with a Williams‑pattern periodontal probe, allowing clinicians to both detect pathology and measure periodontal pocket depths with a single tool.
Key Features & Applications
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Double‑ended design — combines a #23 explorer for calculus/caries detection with a Williams probe for periodontal measurement.
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Veterinary periodontal use — essential for charting, diagnosing gingivitis, and assessing periodontal attachment loss in dogs and cats.
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Stainless steel construction — durable, corrosion‑resistant and fully autoclavable for repeated clinical use.
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Accurate measurement markings — typically 1–15 mm for reliable periodontal depth assessment.
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High tactile sensitivity — ideal for detecting subgingival calculus and early carious lesions.
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Suitable for full oral examinations — including pre‑anaesthetic dental assessments and advanced periodontal procedures.








