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Vocabulary Entry
gingivitis
|noun
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noun
A common, mild form of gum disease that causes irritation, redness, and swelling of the gingiva, the part of your gum around the base of your teeth.
Example Sentences
"Regular dental check-ups can help prevent gingivitis."
"Symptoms of gingivitis include swollen and bleeding gums."
"The dentist recommended a special mouthwash to help treat her gingivitis."