alveoloclasia
|al-ve-o-lo-cla-sia|
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/ælˌviːəloʊˈkleɪziə/
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/ælˌviːələʊˈkleɪziə/
destruction of alveolar bone
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alveoloclasia' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'alveolus' meaning 'small cavity' and 'klasis' meaning 'breaking'.
Historical Evolution
'alveolus' and 'klasis' combined in medical terminology to form 'alveoloclasia', referring to the breaking down of alveolar bone.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'breaking of small cavities', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'destruction of alveolar bone'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the resorption or destruction of the alveolar bone, often associated with periodontal disease.
Alveoloclasia can lead to tooth loss if not treated.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/06 21:51