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Measuring and interpreting increases in probing depth and attachment loss.

D M Aeppli, J R Boen, C L Bandt

    Journal of Periodontology
    |May 1, 1985
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    A probing depth increase exceeding 1 mm is a highly sensitive and specific diagnostic indicator for periodontal disease progression. This finding aids in accurate patient assessment and clinical trial implementation.

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    Area of Science:

    • Periodontology
    • Dental Diagnostics

    Background:

    • Periodontal status is assessed using probing depth and attachment level measurements.
    • Accurate interpretation of these measurements is crucial for understanding periodontal disease and guiding patient treatment.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of different probing depth thresholds for detecting changes in periodontal status.
    • To determine a reliable threshold for identifying significant periodontal disease progression.

    Main Methods:

    • Probing depths and attachment loss were measured on 204 teeth across 34 patients.
    • Measurements were repeated by the same and different examiners over short intervals.
    • Sensitivities and specificities of various diagnostic thresholds were calculated.

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    Main Results:

    • An increase in probing depth greater than 1 mm demonstrated high sensitivity.
    • This 1 mm threshold also exhibited high specificity in detecting periodontal status changes.
    • The findings support the diagnostic utility of this specific measurement increase.

    Conclusions:

    • An increase in probing depth exceeding 1 mm is a reliable diagnostic marker for periodontal status change.
    • This threshold offers a practical tool for clinicians in assessing periodontal health.
    • The results enhance the understanding and management of periodontal disease through precise measurement interpretation.