Word
periodontal
Phoneticspe·ri·odon·tal
US/ˌpɛɹiəˈdɑnəɫ/
UK/pˈiəɹɪədˌɒntəl/
Definition
adj. relating to the tissues that support and surround the teeth, such as the gums and bones.
adj. relating to the tissues that surround and support the teeth, specifically the periodontium. Often used in medical or dental contexts to describe conditions or treatments affecting the gums and jawbone.
Examples
“The dentist checked for any signs of periodontal disease.”
“Advanced periodontal treatment may be necessary if the patient shows significant bone loss around the molars.”
“While early-stage periodontal issues are often reversible with improved oral hygiene, severe cases can lead to irreversible structural damage and eventual tooth loss if left untreated.”
Examples
simple
“The dentist checked for any signs of periodontal disease.”
contextual
“Advanced periodontal treatment may be necessary if the patient shows significant bone loss around the molars.”
complex
“While early-stage periodontal issues are often reversible with improved oral hygiene, severe cases can lead to irreversible structural damage and eventual tooth loss if left untreated.”
Real-World Examples
“Even so, the researchers believe the behavior was frequent enough to contribute to severe periodontal disease.” “That goal was defined as having no more than four remaining deep periodontal pockets.” Etymology
From Ancient Greek περί (perí, “around”) + ὀδούς (odoús, “a tooth”).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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