Periodontal examination apparatus and method of use

Details Periodontal examination apparatus and method of use Periodontal examination apparatus and method of use

1996-09-05

1998-05-19

Lucchesi, Nicholas D.

Dentistry

Apparatus

Having means to record or indicate jaw movement or position...

433 72, 433 29, 128776, A61C 1904

Patent

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057528276

ABSTRACT:
A periodontal examination data recording and recall method and apparatus. The periodontal examination method includes obtaining an automated periodontal examination data recording and recall apparatus having at least one pre-programmed mode of operation whereby periodontal examination data is entered in a predetermined sequence, performing the periodontal examination and collecting the periodontal examination data, entering the periodontal examination data into the periodontal examination apparatus, the periodontal examination data obtained through the periodontal examination performed in a predetermined sequence, and storing the periodontal examination data for future use, including review and display. The periodontal examination apparatus includes a keypad input device, an LCD, a main controller, an attachment device for securing the apparatus to the examiner's arm or other portion of the armamentarium, and is provided with at least one automatic input sequence. The user can choose either an automatic sequence, or select random periodontal examination data input. The user can also choose to review previously entered periodontal examination data. Periodontal examination data can either be stored solely in the periodontal examination apparatus or it may be transmitted to an external device.

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