periodontist
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of periodontist
First recorded in 1915–20; periodont(ics) + -ist
Example Sentences
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“He was waiting for the time the NFL became fully racially unbiased,” said his grandson Stephen Towns, a periodontist who lives in Indianapolis.
From Washington Post
I asked my periodontist about his practice since mask-wearing is impossible when someone is working inside your mouth.
From Washington Post
As far as one of her girlfriends, a periodontist, could tell, Mr. Marcus was also ready to settle down.
From New York Times
“It’s extremely rare that teeth will literally fall out of their sockets,” said Dr. David Okano, a periodontist at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City.
From Seattle Times
In New York City, periodontist Scott Froum said he is exploring offering antibody tests to staff and patients when he reopens for routine care as an extra layer of protection against the virus.
From Washington Post
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