Periodontist

Pronunciation: /ˌpɪəriəˈdɒntɪst/

Definitions of periodontist

noun a dentist who specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases affecting the gums and supporting structures of the teeth

Example Sentences

A1 My sister is going to see the periodontist for her gum problems.

A2 The periodontist recommended that I floss more regularly to prevent gum disease.

B1 After consulting with the periodontist, I scheduled a deep cleaning for next week.

B2 The periodontist explained the importance of good oral hygiene in maintaining healthy gums.

C1 As a periodontist, he specializes in treating gum diseases and performing gum surgeries.

C2 The periodontist's expertise in gum health is well-known in the dental community.

Examples of periodontist in a Sentence

formal I have an appointment with the periodontist next week to discuss my gum health.

informal I'm seeing the periodontist tomorrow for a check-up on my gums.

slang I gotta go to the periodontist to get my gums checked out.

figurative The periodontist is like a dentist specialized in gum care.

Grammatical Forms of periodontist

• plural: periodontists
• comparative: more periodontist
• superlative: most periodontist
• present tense: periodontist
• future tense: will periodontist
• perfect tense: have periodontist
• continuous tense: is periodontisting
• singular: periodontist
• positive degree: periodontist
• infinitive: to periodontist
• gerund: periodontisting
• participle: periodontisted

Origin and Evolution of periodontist

First Known Use: 1914 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'periodontist' originates from the combination of 'perio-' meaning around or surrounding, and 'dont-' referring to teeth, derived from the Greek word 'odontos'.

Evolution of the word: The term 'periodontist' was first used in 1914 to specifically describe a dentist specializing in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases affecting the gums and supporting structures of the teeth. Over time, the field of periodontics has evolved to encompass a broader range of treatments and technologies aimed at maintaining oral health and preventing tooth loss.