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Averages the Loe-Silness gingival scores of 0 to 3 across the sites examined, where a score of 2 or more implies bleeding on probing.
Loe-Silness gingival index
Index = sum of site scores / sites examined; 0.1-1.0 mild, 1.1-2.0 moderate, 2.1-3.0 severe inflammation
Educational estimate only. Not a substitute for professional clinical judgement, and must not be used to make treatment or dosing decisions.
Moderate inflammation with redness, oedema and bleeding on probing.
It is simpler and more reproducible, which is why percentage of bleeding sites is now widely reported instead.