1. Proof of clinical attachment loss (CAL). Bare bones probing depths are insufficient. CAL refers to the loss of attachment between the tooth surface and the surrounding gum tissue. It is measured ...

Researchers have found in a new study that Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is associated with a reduced prevalence of ...

The staging process primarily involves assessing clinical attachment loss (CAL), radiographic bone loss, and tooth loss due to periodontitis. For example, stage I periodontitis may involve a CAL of ...