When you compare gingival margins or clinical attachment levels, the Exam Comparison window displays the data graphically. The Exam Comparison window is similar to the Graphic Chart, but it shows data for several exams at once.
When you are comparing gingival margins or clinical attachment levels, the Exam Comparison window appears showing the maxillary and mandibular arches and the facial and lingual sides of the teeth on each arch. The Graphic Chart displays information based on the options you have selected. Exam information displays in the exam color indicated below the Graphic Chart.
To compare exams graphically
1. From the Perio Chart, select a patient.
2. Click View, and then click Exam Comparison.
The Select Exams dialog box appears.
3. Select the exams that you want to compare, and then click OK.
The Exam Comparison window appears.
4. To compare the exams graphically, select Gingival Margin - Graphic or Clinical Attachment Level - Graphic from the list under Compare/View.
5. If necessary, click Show Options or Hide Options.
6. To select additional exams, click Exams, and select another exam from the Select Exams dialog box.
7. To change the display options, select one or more of the following conditions:
· Mucogingival Junction
· Bleeding
· Suppuration
· Mobility
· Furcation
8. When you are finished, click Close.