Perio Indices

Question 1

Plaque scores range from

Answer 1

{0} to {3}

Question 2

A probe is used to distinguish between

Answer 2

scores {0} and {1}. Visible plaque is scored a {2} or a {3}

Question 3

0

Answer 3

Calculus is absent

Question 4

1

Answer 4

Supragingival calculus, but no subgingival calculus is present

Question 5

2

Answer 5

Supragingival and subgingival, or subgingival calculus only is present

Question 6

Volpe-Manhold Index

Answer 6

Determines the quantity of supragingival calculus
Lingual surfaces of lower anteriors (#22-27)
Quantity is determined in mm of calculus along the 2 diagonal and the central lines drawn over the lingual surface of each tooth
Index, expressed in mm, is computed for tooth, subject, population
Most frequently used calculus index in longitudinal studies

Question 7

A periodontal probe graduated in millimeter divisions is used to measure the

Answer 7

deposits of calculus on the lingual surfaces of the six mandibular anterior teeth.