MUMBAI, India, June 30 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202641073084 A) filed by Saveetha Institute Of Medical And Technical Sciences on June 12, 2026, for Probenest.
Inventors include Krrish; Manish Ranjan; and Deepak Nallaswamy Veeraiyan.
The application for the patent was published on June 26, 2026, under issue no. 26/2026.
Abstract: ABSTRACT: A compact multi-instrument dental diagnostic device is disclosed, comprising a plurality of foldable probing instruments integrated into a single housing structure. The device includes six working ends, namely a Shepherd's hook explorer, straight explorer, UNC-15 periodontal probe, WHO probe, Nabers probe, and Orbans probe, each configured for specific diagnostic functions. The instruments are pivotally mounted within a common housing, allowing selective deployment and retraction. The entire device is fabricated from medical-grade stainless steel to ensure durability, corrosion resistance, and compatibility with repeated sterilization cycles. The handle of the instruments are designed with hollow configurations to reduce overall weight while maintaining structural integrity. The foldable configuration enables compact storage and ease of handling, improving clinical efficiency by minimizing instrument exchange. The invention provides a unified diagnostic solution for dental practitioners by combining multiple essential probes into a single, ergonomic, and sterilizable device suitable for routine clinical use SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION: The present invention discloses a compact multi-instrument dental diagnostic device comprising a plurality of foldable probes housed within a single structural unit. The device includes six distinct working ends, namely a Shepherd's hook explorer, straight explorer, UNC-15 periodontal probe, WHO probe, Nabers probe, and Orbans probe, each designed to perform specific diagnostic functions in dental examination. The probes are pivotally mounted within the housing using a foldable mechanism, allowing individual tools to be selectively deployed and securely positioned during use. The housing and instruments are fabricated from medical-grade stainless steel, ensuring high strength, corrosion resistance, and compatibility with repeated sterilization cycles. To address weight considerations, each probe handle incorporates a hollow internal structure, reducing overall mass while maintaining mechanical integrity. The compact configuration enables the device to function as a single integrated unit, minimizing the need for multiple instruments and improving clinical efficiency. The invention enhances diagnostic workflow by enabling rapid access to multiple probes within a single device, reducing handling time and optimizing space utilization. The structural design ensures stability, ease of use, and long-term durability. The device is particularly advantageous in routine dental examinations, periodontal assessments, and endodontic diagnostics, providing a comprehensive and efficient solution for dental practitioners
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