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periodontist
/ˌpɛrɪəˈdɒntɪst/
noun
periodontolog
Definition
A dental specialist who treats diseases of the gums and other structures supporting the teeth.
Examples
My dentist referred me to a periodontist for my gum disease.
Mój dentysta skierował mnie do periodontologa z powodu choroby dziąseł.
A periodontist can help prevent tooth loss due to gum problems.
Periodontolog może pomóc zapobiec utracie zębów z powodu problemów z dziąsłami.
Synonyms
gum specialist
Collocations
visit a periodontistconsult a periodontist
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