Are there correlations between radiographic grade levels and modified grade levels of periodontitis ?

Conclusions: Although there was no correlation between radiographic grade and modified grade in smokers and diabetic individuals, increasing the grade score in these individuals in accordance with the 2017 classification provides clinicians the opportunity to develop a risk-based treatment plan, commensurate with the severity of periodontal disease and the level of risk.
Source: Journal of Indian Society of Periodontology - Category: Dentistry Authors: Source Type: research