Dental

/ˈdɛntəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Relating to the teeth or dentistry.

She has a dental appointment scheduled for next week.

Of or relating to the dental profession.

He decided to pursue a dental career after completing his studies.

Involving the use of the teeth in the articulation of speech sounds.

Certain languages require dental sounds that are pronounced with the tongue against the upper teeth.

From Latin 'dentalis', from 'dens' meaning 'tooth'.

dental care

The maintenance of oral health through regular check-ups and cleanings.

dental insurance

A type of insurance policy covering dental expenses.

dental appointment

A scheduled visit to a dentist for oral examination or treatment.

dentist

A professional who practices dentistry.

dentistry

The branch of medicine concerned with the teeth and gums.

orthodontics

The branch of dentistry that deals with the correction of irregularities of the teeth.

Dental floss

I always keep dental floss handy to keep my teeth clean.

Dental check

I'm due for my dental check next week.