Dr Michael J. Wade - Cosmetic & Restorative Dentistry

Glossary Of Terms

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Gingiva

Soft tissues overlying the crowns of unerupted teeth and encircling the necks of those that have erupted.

Gingivitis

Inflammation of gingival tissue without loss of connective tissue.

Gingivoplasty

Surgical procedure to reshape gingiva.

Graft

A piece of tissue or alloplastic material placed in contact with tissue to repair a defect or supplement a deficiency.

Gum

See Gingiva.

Gum disease

See Periodontal disease.