Periodontal Index
Synonyms
Bleeding on Probing, Gingival
CPITN
Community Periodontal Index of Treatment Needs
Gingival Bleeding on Probing
Gingival Index
Gingival Indexes
Gingival Indices
Index, Gingival
Index, Periodontal
Indexes, Gingival
Indexes, Periodontal
Indices, Gingival
Indices, Periodontal
Periodontal Indexes
Periodontal Indices
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.