Periodontal

Word PERIODONTAL
Character 11
Hyphenation per i o don tal
Pronunciations N/A

Definitions and meanings of "Periodontal"

What do we mean by periodontal?

Surrounding or encasing a tooth. adjective

Relating to or affecting tissue and structures surrounding and supporting the teeth. adjective

Surrounding a tooth: specifically noting the lining membrane of the socket of a tooth.

Surrounding the teeth. adjective

Surrounding a tooth adjective

Of, or relating to periodontics adjective

Of or relating to or involving or practicing periodontics adjective

Surrounding a tooth

Relating to the periodontium

Relating to periodontics

Synonyms and Antonyms for Periodontal

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The word "periodontal" in example sentences

The first is, do scale and polish procedures [having your teeth cleaned] lead to any difference in periodontal health compared with no scale and polish? ❋ Unknown (2008)

But if it has bad breath, it is a likely sign of dental disease—including tartar buildup, gingivitis and a chronic infection called periodontal disease, veterinarians say. ❋ Laura Johannes (2012)

Pregnant women with gum disease, also called periodontal disease, are known to have more preemies than women with healthy gums. ❋ Unknown (2011)

The crud between your teeth may seem innocuous, but study after study has shown chronic infections of the mouth also called periodontal diseases increase the risk of circulatory woes, including coronary heart disease. ❋ Dave Mosher - Wired (2011)

The first cause to cover is the bad breath that arises from gum disease (also known as periodontal disease or gingivitis). ❋ Thomas P. Connelly, D.D.S. (2010)

The study - led by the University of Edinburgh - analyzed the findings of previous research into the link between diabetes and serious gum disease - known as periodontal disease. ❋ Unknown (2010)

Bad breath isn't normal for any pet and could indicate a serious health problem, such as periodontal disease. ❋ Unknown (2009)

A couple other causes of body odor include: tooth or oral conditions such as periodontal disease and gingivitis. ❋ Unknown (2009)

Interestingly, vitamin D deficiency has also been linked to periodontal disease, another condition that is found to be associated with preterm labor and delivery. ❋ Aka TBTAM (2009)

But plaque in your mouth can cause periodontal disease -- an infection that leads dentists to warn that you don't need to floss all your teeth, only the ones you want to keep. ❋ M.D. Glenn D. Braunstein (2011)

Gum disease, or periodontal disease, isn't just a cause for bad breath but can also lead to loss of teeth and recession of the gums themselves. ❋ Dr. Harold Katz (2011)

The Journal of Virtual Reality has published a study that talks about a simulation-based way for teaching dentists how to find and fix periodontal disease. ❋ Dr. Harold Katz (2011)

Numerous epidemiological studies have shown an association between periodontal infections and heart disease, although it is not clear if periodontal disease causes an increased risk of heart disease, or if those with heart and vascular disease have an increased risk of periodontal infections. ❋ M.D. Glenn D. Braunstein (2011)

There are several theories on how periodontal disease can cause atherosclerosis that can lead to heart attacks or stroke. ❋ M.D. Glenn D. Braunstein (2011)

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