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

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

Much 3D printing operates on a relatively small scale – dentistry is one area where it has made a major impact.

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The Education Department would define the following fields as professional programs: pharmacy, dentistry, veterinary medicine, chiropractic, law, medicine, optometry, osteopathic medicine, podiatry and theology.

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The finding marks an important milestone in regenerative dentistry and brings researchers closer to treatments that can rebuild the tooth's protective shell rather than just patching damage.

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Even UT San Antonio’s dentistry school has a partnership with a private foundation to “drive health equity.”

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With its ability to mimic natural enamel formation and strengthen teeth without fluoride, this new gel could redefine modern dentistry.

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