orthodontic
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
- non-orthodontic adjective
- orthodontically adverb
- orthodontics noun
- pre-orthodontic adjective
Example Sentences
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She said she worked purely in the NHS for many years, but "found burnout very quickly" so now does a mix of NHS and private dentistry, after training in orthodontic and aesthetic dentistry.
From BBC
Bui, 27, who grew up in South L.A., said that obtaining the certificate led to her job at a private dental practice in Lakewood, where she specialized in orthodontics, adjusting braces and handling other tasks.
From Los Angeles Times
Majid's medical team – all working for free – will include craniofacial, plastic and orthodontic surgeons, with hospital bills paid for by private donations.
From BBC
The university has also suspended new student intake for 28 of its courses, including postgraduate degrees in sociology, language and linguistics and orthodontics.
From BBC
Previously, The Times reported that certain orthodontics residents were required to pay extra fees and that the professors received incentive and bonus compensation based on the payments.
From Los Angeles Times
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