| gingivitis |
gum disease; inflammation of the gums.
Ãâó: www.sfaf.org/treatment/beta/b34/b34glos.html
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| gingivitis |
Inflammation of the tissue covering the upper and lower jaws and surrounding the necks of teeth. Occurs as a result of bacterial infection.
Ãâó: depts.washington.edu/registry/glossary.htm
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| gingiva |
the gum(s)
Ãâó: www.beautysurg.com/resources/glossary_g.html
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| gingivectomy |
temoval of part of the gum to treat gum disease or to improve the appearance of the teeth or the smile; used for a gummy smile
Ãâó: www.beautysurg.com/resources/glossary_g.html
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| gingiva |
The tissue that surrounds the teeth, consisting of a fibrous tissue that is continuous with the periodontal ligament and mucosal covering.
Ãâó: www.braces.org/braces/dentists/glossary/glossary-g...
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