dentist

noun

den·​tist ˈden-təst 

: one who is skilled in and licensed to practice the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases, injuries, and malformations of the teeth, jaws, and mouth and who makes and inserts false teeth

Examples of dentist in a Sentence

I saw her at the dentist last week.

He goes to the dentist's for a check-up every six months.

Recent Examples on the Web

All the family members who were screened will then be paired with a dentist for care such as cleanings, fillings and crowns. —Nicole Villalpando, Austin American-Statesman, 11 Dec. 2024

Research supporting this relationship has gained more traction in the last 10 years or so, says dentist and periodontist Andre Paes, a tenured associate professor at Case Western Reserve University, who has researched the link between gastrointestinal disorders and gum diseases. —Sarah Klein, TIME, 2 Dec. 2024

To maintain and prolong the results of a pulpotomy, practice good oral hygiene, eat nourishing, low-sugar foods, and see your dentist for regular check-ups. —Laura Schober, Health, 1 Dec. 2024

Your family dentist may be able to help or refer him to a good cosmetic dentist. —Jeanne Phillips, The Mercury News, 26 Nov. 2024

Word History

Etymology

French dentiste, from dent

First Known Use

circa 1746, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing dentist

• the dentist
• the dentist's

Kids Definition

dentist

noun

den·​tist ˈdent-əst 

: a professional person who is trained in the care, treatment, and repair of the teeth and the fitting of artificial teeth

Medical Definition

dentist

noun

den·​tist ˈdent-əst 

: a licensed practitioner who is skilled in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases, injuries, and malformations of the teeth, jaws, and mouth and who makes and inserts false teeth