Orthodontics Definition

ôrthə-dŏntĭks
noun
The branch of dentistry concerned with diagnosing, correcting, and preventing irregularities of the teeth and poor occlusion.
Webster's New World
Synonyms:
  • dental orthopaedics
  • dental orthopedics
  • orthodonture
  • orthodontia

Origin of Orthodontics

  • From orth- +"Ž -odont +"Ž -ics.

    From Wiktionary

Orthodontics Sentence Examples

  • You can claim for dental treatment of all kinds, including orthodontics.

  • The most famous study was published in the American Journal of Orthodontics and Oral Surgery.

  • Topics include cancer, orthodontics, surgeries, and cosmetic dentistry.

  • Orthodontia includes everything involved in comprehensive orthodontics.

  • Patients with complicated medical or disability management problems also requiring orthodontics.

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