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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| General Anaesthesia | A medically induced loss of consciousness. |
| General Dentist | A dentist who treats most dental problems. |
| Genetics/Genetic | Genetics: The study of heredity. Genetic origin: Hereditary origin. |
| Gingiva | Gums |
| Gingival Margin | Where gum meets tooth. The gum line. |
| Gingivectomy | The cutting away of diseased gum. |
| Gingivitis | Inflammation of the gums. |
| Graft | A portion of tissue used for implantation. Can be of synthetic or organic origin. |
| Grinding | The motion of chewing. Habitual grinding causes excessive tooth wear, and is called Bruxism. |
| Growth | A tumour or a swelling. |
| Gum Disease | An infection of the areas around the tooth, which destroys gums and bone. Also called periodontal disease or periodontitis. |
| Gum Line | Where gum meets tooth. |
| Gum Margin | Where gum meets tooth. |
| Gum Recession | The reduction of the amount of the gum around and between teeth. The loss of gum around teeth. |
| Gumboil | An abscess in the gum. |
| Gummy smile | Too much gum shows when smiling. |
| Gums | The pink tissues around and between the teeth. Another word for gingivae. |