Record odor, gum condition, and visible tartar with short, structured descriptions.
To make oral care executable, records should capture two dimensions: current-state grading (mild/moderate/severe, with bleeding/pain signals) and care cadence (brushing frequency, cleaning plan, snack/chew adjustments).
When current state and cadence are both documented, you can evaluate whether care actions are effective instead of relying on impression.
Persistent bleeding, obvious pain, or abrupt appetite decline should be handled as escalation signals.