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periodontist

 

[ ˌpɛrɪəˈdɒn.tɪst ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

dental profession

A periodontist is a dental specialist who focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of periodontal disease, which affects the gums and supporting structures of the teeth. They are also trained in the placement of dental implants and in the treatment of oral inflammation. Periodontists play a crucial role in maintaining oral health, especially for patients with gum disease, and they often work with general dentists to provide comprehensive care. Regular visits to a periodontist can help prevent gum disease and tooth loss.

Synonyms

dental implant surgeon, gum doctor, gum specialist

Examples of usage

  • I need to see a periodontist for my gum health.
  • The periodontist recommended a deep cleaning to treat my gingivitis.
  • She is a highly skilled periodontist who specializes in implant surgery.
  • After my exam, the periodontist gave me advice on how to care for my gums.

Translations

Translations of the word "periodontist" in other languages:

🇵🇹 periodontista

🇮🇳 पीरियोडोंटिस्ट

🇩🇪 Parodontologe

🇮🇩 perioodontis

🇺🇦 парадонтолог

🇵🇱 periodontolog

🇯🇵 歯周病専門医

🇫🇷 parodontiste

🇪🇸 periodoncista

🇹🇷 periodontist

🇰🇷 치주과 의사

🇸🇦 طبيب اللثة

🇨🇿 parodontolog

🇸🇰 parodontológ

🇨🇳 牙周病专家

🇸🇮 parodontolog

🇮🇸 tannholdslæknir

🇰🇿 периодонтолог

🇬🇪 პერიოდონტოლოგი

🇦🇿 periodontoloq

🇲🇽 periodoncista

Etymology

The term periodontist originates from the Greek words 'peri-', meaning 'around', and 'odous', meaning 'tooth'. It reflects the specialist's focus on the structures surrounding the teeth, including the gums and the bone that supports them. The practice of periodontology began to emerge as a distinct specialty in dentistry during the early 20th century, as dental professionals recognized the importance of gum health in preventing tooth loss. As more research highlighted the connection between gum disease and systemic health issues, the role of periodontists became increasingly significant. Today, periodontists are integral to both preventive and therapeutic dental care, often collaborating with other dental professionals to provide a comprehensive approach to oral health.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,722, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.