periodontal
adjective
- situated or occurring around a tooth
- affecting the gums, connective tissues, etc. surrounding the teeth
See periodontal in American Heritage Dictionary 4
(pĕrˌē-ə-dŏnˈtl)
adjective- Surrounding or encasing a tooth: a periodontal ligament.
- Relating to or affecting tissue and structures surrounding and supporting the teeth.
Related Forms:
- perˌi·o·donˈtal·ly adverb
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