歯し周しゅう病びょう

noun

periodontal disease; gum disease

Medical term for diseases affecting the tissues around the teeth, including gingivitis and periodontitis. Commonly used in dental contexts.

• 歯し周しゅう病びょうは歯はを失うしなう主おもな原げん因いんの一ひとつです。

  Periodontal disease is one of the main causes of tooth loss.

• 歯し周しゅう病びょうの予よ防ぼうには毎まい日にちの歯は磨みがきが大たい切せつです。

  Daily brushing is important for preventing gum disease.