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| Term | peri-implantitis |
| Pronunciation | pair-ee-im-plan-TIY-tus |
| Variations | periimplantitis, gingivitis |
| See also | peri- |
| Definition | A controversial term meaning inflammation of the tissues surrounding a dental implant. This term is in disfavor among some dentists because they say it implies inflammation of the implant. |
peri-implantitis
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