gingivitis

Noun

Meaning

inflammation of the gums

Source: WordNet

Synonyms

endocarditis otitis conjunctivitis cystitis nephritis rhinitis pharyngitis arteritis glossitis periodontitis bursitis carditis metritis osteitis orchitis
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Hypernyms

periodontitis periodontal disease

Examples

Additional treatment such as control in chronic gingivitis and ANUG. Source: Internet

Almost everyone has plaque on their teeth, but gingivitis is far less common. Source: Internet

As gingivitis progresses (chronic gingivitis), various complications may arise. Source: Internet

Get 24-hour protection against gingivitis and plaque when Crest Pro-Health Multi-Protection Mouthwash is used 2 times a day. Source: Internet

In the early stage of gingivitis, bacteria in plaque buildup causes the gums to become inflamed (red and swollen) and often easily bleed during tooth brushing. Source: Internet

Many cats have mild gingivitis and brushing too hard can hurt their gums. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

gingivally gingivectomy gingivitic gingivo- gingivobuccal gingivodental