periodontia

9.9

A part of dentistry that treats the gums and the bone around teeth

noun
/ˌpɪəriˈdɒnʃə/

Specialized

: periodoncia

Many dentists specialize in periodontia to treat gum diseases.

Examples

She decided to specialize in periodontia after developing an interest in gum diseases during her dental studies.
She decided to specialize in periodontia after developing an interest in gum diseases during her dental studies.
Advancements in periodontia have greatly improved treatments for periodontal disease.
The conference featured several lectures on the latest research in periodontia.
The study of periodontia is essential for dental health.
Advancements in periodontia have greatly improved treatments for periodontal disease.
Many dentists specialize in periodontia to treat gum diseases.

Synonyms

periodontics

vsperiodontia

Specialized

1 8.4

Part of dentistry that treats gums and parts that hold teeth

is broader and covers diseases and conditions of gums and supporting structures

periodontology

vsperiodontia

Specialized

1 8.5

The study and treatment of the gums and parts around the teeth that hold them in place

focuses on diseases and conditions rather than study or research

Surface Forms

periodontia singular

periodontias plural

Morphology

periodontia = periodontics (opaque) = peri + odont + ia

The term is formed from Greek combining forms (peri- 'around' + odont- 'tooth' + -ia) that are not productive standalone English morphemes, so an average B1 learner cannot derive the meaning from the parts.

Etymology

Periodontia comes from parts meaning 'around' and 'tooth': peri- 'around' and odont 'tooth'. So, periodontia is the dental field that cares for the gums and the parts that hold your teeth.