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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


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For years, I noticed the same trend while working as a public health dentist and researcher.

From Science Daily • May 16, 2026

Authorities in Australia have issued a warning to patients of a retired dentist, urging them to test themselves for bloodborne viruses due to "poor infection control practices" at the clinic.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

“When the dentist office went out of business,” said co-owner Colton Weiss, “it seemed like a no-brainer to make it Mel’s and bring it back to the glory days of being a diner.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

Steve Hurst, a local dentist, said new tests being used don’t show harmful bacteria.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

Did I have a dentist appointment I’d forgotten about?

From "Red Kayak" by Priscilla Cummings



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