What does a 3 mean at the dentist?
Anything between 1 and 3 is a good indicator that your gums are healthy. However, if you bleed during the process, your gums may be in beginning stages of a more severe problem, even if your measurements are between the target of 1 and 3. Higher measurements than 3 could be a sign of a serious concern. What does it mean when dentist says 3? A larger or a higher number indicates that you have gum issues such as plaque and tartar buildup.