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3. Limitations of Online Self-Assessment
The Self-Assessment Calculator is designed strictly as an educational triage and communication aid. It does not measure clinical periodontal pocket depths, detect subgingival calculus, assess radiographic bone loss, or diagnose occlusal trauma. An accurate periodontal diagnosis can only be rendered via direct in-person clinical and radiographic examination by a licensed dental professional.
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