Table 4.
Adapted Gingival Index and Plaque Index [38] of children with Autism spectrum Disorder in KwaZulu- Natal (n = 149)
| Gingival Status | Average Gingival Index Score n (%) | Plaque Index | Plaque Index n (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthy Gingiva | 6 (4) | No plaque | 14 (9,4) |
| Mild Gingival Inflammation | 69 (46,3) | A film of visible plaque after the use of a disclosing agent or probe. | 65 (43,6) |
| Moderate Gingival Inflammation | 66 (44,3) | Moderate accumulation of plaque on more than one third of the tooth surface, Can be seen with the naked eye. | 63 (42,3) |
| Severe Gingival Inflammation | 8 (5,4) | Accumulation of plaque on more than two thirds of the tooth surface. Presence of calculus. | 7 (4,7) |
| Total | 149 (100) | Total | 149 (100) |