Although Bleeding on Probing (BOP)has Not Been Found to Be

question 17

Multiple Choice

Although bleeding on probing (BOP) has not been found to be a good predictor of future disease progression,the absence of BOP is typically viewed as a good indicator of gingival health and stability.It should be noted that the absence of BOP is indicative of health or absence of disease,especially in patients who smoke.

• A) Both statements are true.
• B) Both statements are false.
• C) The first statement is true; the second is false.
• D) The first statement is false; the second is true.

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