Periodontal
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Periodontal
Periodontal (pronunciation: /ˌpɛriəˈdɒntəl/) is a term derived from the Greek words "peri" meaning around and "odont" meaning tooth. It refers to the structures that surround and support the teeth, including the gums, alveolar bone, cementum, and the periodontal ligament.
Etymology
The term "periodontal" comes from the Greek words "peri", which means around, and "odont", which means tooth. Thus, it literally means "around the tooth".
Related Terms
- Periodontitis: This is a serious gum infection that damages the soft tissue and destroys the bone that supports your teeth. It can lead to tooth loss or worse, an increased risk of heart attack or stroke and other serious health problems.
- Gingivitis: This is a common and mild form of gum disease that causes irritation, redness and swelling (inflammation) of your gingiva, the part of your gum around the base of your teeth.
- Alveolar bone: This is the bone that contains the tooth sockets and surrounds the teeth in the jaws. It helps hold the teeth in place.
- Cementum: This is a specialized calcified substance covering the root of a tooth.
- Periodontal ligament: This is a group of specialized connective tissue fibers that essentially attach a tooth to the alveolar bone within which it sits.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Periodontal
- Wikipedia's article - Periodontal
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