Periodontal Index

**Definition:** 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.

**Tree numbers:** - E05.318.308.980.438.300.725 - E06.208.720 - E06.721.658 - N05.715.360.300.800.438.300.690 - N06.850.520.308.980.438.300.725 - N06.890.160.215

**Synonyms:** - Periodontal Indexes