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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“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

The dentist referred her for a biopsy at St John's Hospital in Livingston and on 20 December 2022 she was diagnosed with stage three cancer.

From BBC

Mr Bennett's stepfather, Craig Foreman, is said to be suffering constant dental pain but has not been allowed to see a dentist.

From BBC