dentistry

[ den-tuh-stree ]

noun

1. the profession or science dealing with the prevention and treatment of diseases and malformations of the teeth, gums, and oral cavity, and the removal, correction, and replacement of decayed, damaged, or lost parts, including such operations as the filling and crowning of teeth, the straightening of teeth, and the construction of artificial dentures.

dentistry

/ ˈdɛntɪstrɪ /

noun

1. the branch of medical science concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders of the teeth and gums

dentistry

/ dĕn′tĭ-strē /

1. The branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases of the teeth, gums, and other structures of the mouth.

Word History and Origins

Origin of dentistry¹

First recorded in 1830–40; dentist + -ry

Example Sentences

Agalegans say they are barred from a new Indian-built hospital, even though a Mauritius government press release vaunted its operating theatres, X-ray machines and dentistry equipment.

From BBC

Last month, Welsh Secretary Jo Stevens told the Labour Party Conference the "UK government will take inspiration from Wales on dentistry, where reforms have already unlocked almost 400,000 appointments in the last two years".

From BBC

The Green Party manifesto promises quicker access to NHS dentistry and GPs and reductions in the hospital waiting list.

From BBC

"Inducing bone formation has several critical applications in orthopedics and dentistry."

From Science Daily

Babin said that his training in paleontology and dentistry helped him recognize that what seems like a strange rock at first glance is actually an upper jaw bone and teeth.

From Science Daily