gingivitis

noun

gin·​gi·​vi·​tis ˌjin-jə-ˈvī-təs How to pronounce gingivitis (audio)
: inflammation of the gums

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The brush head is designed to clean hard-to-reach areas, helping to prevent gingivitis and cavities. Christopher Murray May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 5 July 2025 The condition can range from mild gingivitis (gum inflammation) to the chronic destruction of dental tissue, resulting in tooth loss. Paul McClure 19, New Atlas, 19 May 2025 Helps prevent gingivitis and gum disease, which can cause bone loss and tooth loss. Violeta Valdés, Vogue, 28 Apr. 2025 This water flosser has also been accepted by the ADA, meaning it was tested and deemed safe and effective for removing plaque and reducing gingivitis (bye-bye, bad breath). Alexis Berger, SELF, 23 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for gingivitis

Word History

First Known Use

1860, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of gingivitis was in 1860

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“Gingivitis.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gingivitis. Accessed 9 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

gingivitis

noun
gin·​gi·​vi·​tis ˌjin-jə-ˈvīt-əs How to pronounce gingivitis (audio)
: inflammation of the gums

Medical Definition

gingivitis

noun
gin·​gi·​vi·​tis ˌjin-jə-ˈvīt-əs How to pronounce gingivitis (audio)
: inflammation of the gums that is often accompanied by tenderness and bleeding

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