periodontal

[per-ee-uh-don-tl]

adjective

Dentistry.

1. of or relating to the periodontium.

2. of or relating to periodontics.

3. of or relating to the periodontal membrane.

periodontal

/ ˌpɛrɪəˈdɒntəl /

adjective

1. of, denoting, or affecting the gums and other tissues surrounding the teeth

   periodontal disease

Word History and Origins

Origin of periodontal¹

First recorded in 1850–55; peri- + -odont + -al ¹

Example Sentences

Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is a chronic inflammation or infection of the gums and the bone that supports the teeth.

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Simply put, with this model, periodontal disease is artificially induced by ligating silk threads onto the molars of mice models, which induces plaque accumulation.

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In addition, given that bad breath is often associated with periodontal disease, treating this symptom early could help prevent more serious damage in the future.

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Streptococcus mitis tends to act as a gatekeeper toward other bacterial threats, including those that can cause periodontal disease, he said.

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Work we have done with our collaborators has shown that treating plaque samples from periodontal disease patients with 6.5 mmol of nitrate increased healthy bacteria levels and reduced acidity.

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