adjective
- relating to or affected by pyorrhea (a disease of the gums and tooth sockets characterized by pus discharge and tooth loosening)
Usage: medical/dental term; often used in clinical or dental contexts
Examples
- The dentist diagnosed the patient with pyorrheal disease after observing severe gum inflammation.
- Pyorrheal conditions require prompt treatment to prevent tooth loss.
- Poor oral hygiene can lead to pyorrheal infections.
- The patient's pyorrheal symptoms improved after professional cleaning and antibiotics.