pyorrhoeic

/ˌpaɪrəʊˈiːɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characterized by pyorrhea, a disease of the gums

“The dentist said that the patient’s gums had become pyorrhoeic due to poor oral hygiene.”

2. noun

a disease of the gums characterized by inflammation and discharge

“The patient was diagnosed with pyorrhoea, a type of pyorrhoeic condition.”

Synonyms

  • gum disease
  • periodontal disease

Antonyms

  • gum health
  • healthy gums