If not, there are likely still areas of inadequate resection. A #20 scalpel blade is then positioned along the new sulcus and a bone tamp and mallet are used to split the shell longitudinally.

Sulcus-deepening trochleoplasty may address patellar ... had a chronological age of 15.6 years and a bone age of 15.2 years, while female patients (n = 12 patients; n = 16 knees) had a ...

They may order X-rays to evaluate or monitor bone loss. To measure the gingival sulcus depth, the dentist will use a small ruler to gently probe your gums to check for inflammation and measure the ...

(HealthDay)—Depending on clinical features, multiple techniques exist for correcting sunken superior sulcus, according to a review published online April 20 in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.