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dentist

[den-tist] / ˈdɛn tɪst /
NOUN
one who practices dentistry
Synonyms
STRONG
dental surgeon endodontist exodontist orthodontist pedodontist periodontist prosthodontist
WEAK
tooth fairy


Example Sentences

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A walking lifestyle, preparing healthy meals at home and getting plenty of rest limit our doctor visits to annual physicals and periodic checkups at the dentist, dermatologist and ophthalmologist.

From MarketWatch

A contract between the NHS and dentists stipulates that a health care provider cannot refuse an NHS patient if they do not want to pay for a private service as well.

From BBC

“The private market will be happy to support lots of people who want to become doctors and dentists,” McCann said.

From MarketWatch

The defender - who later enjoyed a career as a dentist - also won seven league titles, four Scottish Cups and three league cups.

From BBC

She has also experienced tooth decay, and her dentist suggested the gabapentin might be a contributing factor, she said.

From The Wall Street Journal