Meaning Of The Word Periodontitis

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What's The Definition Of Periodontitis?

periodontitis in American English
any inflammation of the periodontal tissue
noun: inflammation of the periodontium caused by bacteria that infect the roots of teeth and the surrounding gum crevices, producing bleeding, pus formation, and gradual loss of bone and the tissues that support the teeth

periodontitis in British English
noun: the inflammation of periodontal tissue

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