gingivitis
pronunciation
How to pronounce gingivitis in British English:
UK [ˌdʒɪndʒɪˈvaɪtəs]
How to pronounce gingivitis in American English:
US [ˌdʒɪndʒəˈvaɪtɪs]
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- Noun:
- inflammation of the gums
Word Origin
- gingivitis (n.)
- 1874, from Latin gingivae "the gums" (of unknown origin) + -itis "inflammation."
Example
- 1. Bacteria in plaque also cause gingivitis and other periodontal diseases .
- 2. Evidence consistently reveals diabetes is a risk factor for increased severity of gingivitis and periodontitis .
- 3. Smoking or using smokeless tobacco increases your risk of oral cancer , gingivitis , periodontitis and tooth decay .
- 4. This is often the first sign of gingivitis and serious dental problems .
- 5. Saliva helps protect teeth and gums from bacteria that cause cavities and gingivitis . So a perpetually dry mouth is more susceptible to tooth decay and gum disease .