e/Gingival graft

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has glosseng: A gingival graft (also called gum graft or periodontal plastic surgery ) is a generic name for any of a number of surgical periodontal procedures whose combined aim is to cover an area of exposed tooth root surface with grafted oral tissue. The covering of exposed root surfaces accomplishes a number of objectives: the prevention of further root exposure, decreased or eliminated sensitivity, decreased susceptibility to root caries and improved cosmetic. These procedures are usually performed by a dental specialist in the field of gingival tissue, known as a periodontist, but may be performed by a general dentist having training in these procedures.
lexicalizationeng: gingival graft
instance of(noun) hard bonelike structures in the jaws of vertebrates; used for biting and chewing or for attack and defense
tooth
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has glossfra: Une greffe gingivale est une greffe de gencive.
lexicalizationfra: Greffe gingivale

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