Question 84 (part 2) · LDEK · Periodontal diagnosis

Indicate criteria differentiating gingivitis from periodontitis:

  1. A. average value of API index according to Lange et alia.
  2. B. average value of GI index according to Loe and Silness.
  3. C. loss of connective tissue attachment.
  4. D. presence of systemic symptoms.
  5. E. coexistence of malocclusion.
Hint

Ask which finding shows that inflammation has spread beyond the gingiva and destroyed the tooth's supporting apparatus.

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