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.

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BOP is not a good predictor of future disease progression, but the absence of BOP is typically viewed as a good indicator of gingival health and stability. However, the absence of BOP may not necessarily indicate health in patients who smoke, meaning the second statement is false. Therefore, the correct choice is C.

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