Periodontics (Noun)

Meaning

The branch of dentistry dealing with diseases of the gums and other structures around the teeth.

Classification

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Synonyms

• Periodontia

Hypernyms

• Odontology
• Dental Medicine

Related Words

• Periodontic (adjective)
• Periodontist (noun)
• Periodontal (adjective)