Abstract: The invention is a tool that can measure an edentulous ridge and properly locate and or verify new planned dental implant positions. Due to the innovative design of the offset or curved shanks, the invention allows proper positioning of the Perio-Implant Ridge Probe instrument against existing teeth or implants while measuring an edentulous ridge. The invention consists of five separate design types of Perio-Implant Ridge Probes. Each type is an independent instrument with a variation in the design at the working end. The design innovation is in the design of the shank, the ridge probe, and the design of the double ended instruments. The ridge probe is calibrated with millimeter markings and colored bands delineating potential implant locations. The offset shank type design provides for measurements to be attained from either end of the ridge probe. The double ended instruments provide for improved instrument utility.

Abstract: A protective mat assembly for preventing undesirable contact between a person and an exterior surface of a vehicle when accessing the vehicle's cargo area as well as protecting the interior cargo space when carrying dirty objects. A folding mat is conveniently stowed in and deployed from its own storage compartment housed in the vehicle's cargo area. The mat can be easily moved between three positions, depending upon the intended use of the vehicle cargo area. In a fully stowed position, the mat is housed substantially within the storage compartment and is out of the way, enabling use of the vehicle cargo area by passengers or to carry relatively clean and large items such as luggage. In a first operative position, the mat is deployed from its storage compartment and extends out through a vehicle opening, draping over the opening as well as adjacent exterior surfaces of the vehicle such as a bumper or sill.