The Distance Between the Gingival Margin and the Junctional Epithelium

question 17

Multiple Choice

The distance between the gingival margin and the junctional epithelium at the base of the sulcus or periodontal pocket is known as which of the following?

• A) Mucogingival junction
• B) Probing depth
• C) Relative attachment level
• D) Infrabony pocket

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