Periodontal charting is a way of measuring the space between a tooth and the gum tissue next to it. A dentist or dental hygienist uses an instrument called a probe and gently inserts it into this space. This probe has markings like a tape measure that shows them how deep it can reach into the space to check the health of your gums.
Let's see how to complete Perio charting in CareStack!
- Search for a patient using the Global Patient Search Bar.
- Click Perio.
- Click +Add Chart at the top-right.
- Enter the following details:
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Provider: Select the treating provider for this perio chart.
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Location: Select the correct location.
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Exam Date: The current date will be entered by default, or you can checkmark 'Select a Previous Date' to select the correct date for this perio exam.
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Click Add to begin filling out your perio exam.
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Note: Select the checkbox 'Copy from Previous Exam' if you would like to compare previous charting depths (which will be displayed only if there exists a previously entered chart). |
- Enter the number of your measurements in the blue-highlighted box (pictured below).
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- The chart may auto-advance to the next field to help you complete the chart faster (determined by your settings).
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- Click Finish when you are finished charting your perio exam.
- You will receive a green confirmation at the top-right of the screen stating 'Perio chart saved successfully'.
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Note: If you have the setting ‘Print chart after finishing exam’ within the System Menu > Practice Settings > Clinical > Perio-Chart > Print chart after finishing exam setting enabled, a printout will open in a new tab once the perio chart is completed. Editing a perio chart can be done within the same day if the ‘Allow editing of perio chart (a day)’ option is enabled inside the Practice Settings > Clinical > Perio-Chart. |
Practices can use this simple guide to learn about creating a perio chart in CareStack.