Periodontal Meaning in English

word

US

ˌpɛɹiəˈdɑnəɫ/, /ˌpɛɹiəˈdɑntəɫ

pe-ree-uh-DON-tuhl

UK

pˈiəɹɪədˌɒntəl

pee-uh-ree-ud-ON-tuhl

Definition

Relating to or affecting the structures around the teeth, such as the gums and bone.

Usage & Nuances

Used mainly in medical and dental contexts to describe diseases, tissues, or treatments associated with the gums or nearby bone. Most common in terms like 'periodontal disease' or 'periodontal treatment'.

• Spanish: periodontal
• Portuguese (BR): periodontal
• Portuguese (PT): periodontal
• Chinese (Simplified): 牙周的
• Chinese (Traditional): 牙周的
• Hindi: पीरियडोंटल (मसूड़ों के आसपास का)
• Arabic: حول الأسنان
• Bengali: পেরিওডন্টাল - মাড়ির সংক্রান্ত
• Russian: пародонтальный
• Japanese: 歯周（ししゅう）の
• Vietnamese: nha chu
• Korean: 치주(치아 주변의)
• Turkish: periodontal - dişeti çevresiyle ilgili
• Urdu: پیریدونٹل - مسوڑھوں کے اردگرد کا
• Indonesian: periodontal - seputar gusi

Example Sentences

The dentist found periodontal problems during my check-up.

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He has a periodontal disease that affects his gums.

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Good brushing can help prevent periodontal issues.

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My mom's been going to the dentist for periodontal treatment lately.

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People often ignore early periodontal signs until their gums really hurt.

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If you notice bleeding while brushing, that might be a periodontal issue.

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