the dentist

noun

variants or the dentist's

: the place where a dentist works

I saw her at the dentist last week.

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

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And if the patient is confused, then complying with the dentist’s instructions (like wearing a mouthguard) is less likely. —

Jeff Wilser, TIME, 30 Oct. 2024 Skip a trip to the dentist and do it at home using this teeth whitening pen. —

Nicol Natale, People.com, 8 Oct. 2024 This week, for our podcast, our Today, Explained colleague Matt Collette asks: Why does going to the dentist sometimes feel like a scam? —

Jonquilyn Hill, Vox, 18 Sep. 2024 Maintaining a consistent oral hygiene regimen at home and seeing the dentist about every six months generally makes cleaning a quick and easy process. —

Sherri Gordon, Health, 14 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for the dentist