Index | Median Score | Scoring Criteria |
Debris | Score 1 | Soft debris covering not more than 1/3rd of the exposed tooth surface or presence of extrinsic stains without other debris regardless of surface area covered |
Calculus | Score 1 | Supragingival calculus covering not more than 1/3rd of the exposed tooth surface |
Plaque | Score 1 | A film of plaque adhering to the free gingival margin and the adjacent area of the tooth. The plaque may be recognized only by running a probe across the tooth surface |
Gingival | Score 1 | Mild inflammation, slight change in color & edema, but no bleeding on probing |