ngaa4 zau1 beng6牙周病
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Definition
Periodontosis; periodontal disease, an inflammatory condition that destroys the tissues supporting the teeth.
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How it's used
Medical professionals use this term to describe advanced gum disease that involves bone loss. While many people casually refer to any gum bleeding as 牙周病, the term specifically implies the destruction of the supporting structures of the teeth. It is frequently paired with professional advice about deep cleaning or surgical intervention.
Examples
His tooth became loose because of periodontosis.
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Common phrases
treat periodontosis
prevent periodontosis
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 牙肉腫脹, which is just gum swelling. 牙周病 is a chronic condition that requires professional dental diagnosis rather than just home remedies.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
