Meaning & use
Subgingival
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Situated or occurring beneath the gum line, especially referring to dental plaque, tartar, or procedures.
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The dentist recommended a deep cleaning to remove subgingival plaque buildup.
Subgingival bacteria can contribute to gum disease if not properly treated.
A note on using this word
From Latin "sub-" (below) and "gingiva" (gum), a term used almost exclusively in dentistry and periodontics.
Words with an opposite meaning
supragingival
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