Is it identifying the tooth and giving a numerical score or something else?
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Do you mean the numbers which the dentist reads aloud to their assistant while your gums are being checked around each tooth?
The dentist is measuring how deep are any gaps (pockets) in your gums, at the base of each tooth. These pockets are places where bacteria may settle and cause tooth decay or gum diseases. Healthier gums fit snugly around teeth. The deeper are the pockets, the more risk they present.
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