dentistry

[ˈdɛntɪstri]

dentistry Definition

the medical practice of treating teeth and gums.

Using dentistry: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "dentistry" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She is studying dentistry at university.

  • Example

    He went to the dentist for a routine check-up.

  • Example

    Dentistry has come a long way in terms of technology and treatment options.

dentistry Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for dentistry

  • dental medicine
  • dental surgery

Phrases with dentistry

  • the branch of dentistry that deals with the appearance of teeth

    Example

    She had cosmetic dentistry to improve the look of her smile.

  • the branch of dentistry that specializes in the oral health of children

    Example

    The pediatric dentistry clinic provides dental care for children from infancy through adolescence.

  • endodontics

    the branch of dentistry that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the dental pulp and root canal system

    Example

    He needed endodontics to save his infected tooth.

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Summary: dentistry in Brief

Dentistry [ˈdɛntɪstri] is the medical practice of treating teeth and gums. It includes routine check-ups, as well as specialized branches like cosmetic dentistry, which focuses on improving the appearance of teeth, and pediatric dentistry, which specializes in children's oral health. Endodontics is another branch that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the dental pulp and root canal system.

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