Associations to the word «Periodontitis»

Wiktionary

PERIODONTITIS, noun. (periodontology) Any of a number of inflammatory diseases affecting the periodontium—the tissues that surround and support the teeth.

Dictionary definition

PERIODONTITIS, noun. A disease that attacks the gum and bone and around the teeth.

Wise words

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Aldous Huxley