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dehydration of gingivae |
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dehydration of gingivae,
the drying of gum tissue, often the result of mouth breathing. Dehydration lowers the resistance of the gingivae to infection. dehydration (dē´hīdrā´sh n 1. the removal of water (e.g., from the body or tissue). n 2. a decrease in serum fluid coupled with the loss of interstitial fluid from the body. It is associated with disturbances in fluid and electrolyte balance. dehydration of gingivae, n the drying of gingival tissue, leading to a lowered tissue resistance, which can result in gingival inflammation; seen in mouth breathing. See also breathing, mouth and oral cavity. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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