Source(s)

Dye BA, Tan S, Smith V, Lewis BG, Barker LK, Thornton-Evans G, et al. Trends in oral health status: United States, 1988-1994 and 1999-2004. National Center for Health Statistics. Vital Health Stat 11(248). 2007.

Definitions

Having at least one natural tooth present in the mouth.

At least 2 or more teeth with attachment loss greater than 4mm at interproximal sites or 2 or more teeth with pocket depth greater than 5mm at interproximal sites.

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