Mesh term Periodontal Index
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Periodontics
Description
A numerical rating scale for classifying the periodontal status of a person or population with a single figure which takes into consideration prevalence as well as severity of the condition. It is based upon probe measurement of periodontal pockets and on gingival tissue status.Search for this term in our Faculty Database
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