noun
- a dentist who specializes in treating diseases of the gums and other structures that support the teeth
Usage: medical
Examples
- The dentist referred her to a periodontist for treatment of her gum disease.
- After years of neglecting his oral health, he needed to see a periodontist.
- The periodontist performed a deep cleaning to remove plaque below the gum line.
- She decided to become a periodontist after completing dental school.
- The periodontist explained that surgery might be necessary to save the tooth.
- Regular visits to a periodontist can help prevent tooth loss from gum disease.