gingivitis

[ jin-juh-vahy-tis ]

nounPathology.

inflammation of the gums.

Origin of gingivitis

From New Latin, dating back to 1870–75; see origin at gingiva, -itis

Words Nearby gingivitis

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How to use gingivitis in a sentence

That could be a sign of gingivitis or something more significant.
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If you have bad breath, gingivitis or periodontitis …A probiotic lozenge or mouthwash might be your best bet.
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A decoction of the powder gives good results as a gargle for aphthæ, gingivitis, and other inflammations within the buccal cavity.
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The accompanying stomatitis is usually a gingivitis simply, and is apt to be circumscribed when more extensive.
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British Dictionary definitions for gingivitis

gingivitis

/ (ˌdʒɪndʒɪˈvaɪtɪs) /

noun

inflammation of the gums

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Scientific definitions for gingivitis

gingivitis

[ jĭn′jə-vī′tĭs ]

Inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness and swelling.

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