dentistry

noun

den·​tist·​ry ˈden-tə-strē How to pronounce dentistry (audio)
: the art or profession of a dentist

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Cosmetic dentistry in Turkey has changed how many people view smile makeovers. K.h. Koehler, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026 The program will focus on areas of the health care field including dentistry, optometry, pharmacy, and other professional health care services, the district wrote in a news release. Samuel O’Neal 24, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Apr. 2026 Cerina Fairfax, 49, ran a thriving family dentistry practice in the nearby city of Fairfax. ABC News, 17 Apr. 2026 Cerina Fairfax ran a family dentistry practice. Michael Biesecker, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dentistry

Word History

First Known Use

1838, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of dentistry was in 1838

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“Dentistry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dentistry. Accessed 2 May. 2026.

Kids Definition

dentistry

noun
den·​tist·​ry ˈdent-ə-strē How to pronounce dentistry (audio)
: the profession or practice of a dentist

Medical Definition

dentistry

noun
den·​tist·​ry ˈdent-ə-strē How to pronounce dentistry (audio)
plural dentistries
: the art or profession of a dentist

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