periodontics
/ˌpɛriəˈdɑntɪks/
noun
- The branch of dentistry that deals with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases of the gums and other supporting structures of the teeth.
- She decided to study periodontics because she wanted to help people with severe gum disease.
- Periodontics focuses on keeping the gums and bone around your teeth healthy.
- After years of gum problems, my dentist referred me to a specialist in periodontics.