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pyorrhea alveolaris

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun pyorrhea alveolaris has 1 sense
  1. pyorrhea, pyorrhoea, pyorrhea alveolaris, Riggs' disease - chronic periodontitis; purulent inflammation of the teeth sockets
    --1 is a kind of periodontal disease, periodontitis
    --1 has particulars: pericementoclasia

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Pyorrhea Alveolaris

Description:

Pyorrhea alveolaris is a common dental condition characterized by the inflammation and degeneration of the tissues surrounding the teeth, leading to the loss of the supporting alveolar bone. It is also known as periodontitis or periodontal disease.

Sample Sentences:

1. The dentist diagnosed the patient with pyorrhea alveolaris, and recommended immediate treatment to prevent further damage.

2. Good oral hygiene practices, such as regular brushing and flossing, can help prevent pyorrhea alveolaris.

3. Severe pyorrhea alveolaris can result in tooth mobility and eventual tooth loss if left untreated.

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