Dental: meaning, definitions and examples

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dental

 

[ หˆdษ›ntษ™l ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

related to teeth

The term 'dental' refers to anything associated with the teeth, their structure, or the practice of dentistry. This includes dental health, dental procedures, and dental equipment. It indicates a focus on the care and treatment of teeth, gums, and the entire oral cavity. Dental professionals, such as dentists and dental hygienists, play a vital role in maintaining oral hygiene and preventing dental diseases.

Synonyms

dentary, oral, tooth-related

Examples of usage

  • Dental hygiene is crucial for preventing cavities.
  • She visited the dental clinic for a check-up.
  • He needs dental braces to correct his teeth alignment.
  • The dental procedure took longer than expected.

Translations

Translations of the word "dental" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น dental

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฆเค‚เคค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช zahnรคrztlich

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dental

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะตะฝั‚ะฐะปัŒะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ dentystyczny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆญฏ็ง‘ใฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท dentaire

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ dental

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท diลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์น˜๊ณผ์˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃุณู†ุงู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zubnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zubnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็‰™็ง‘็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ dentalni

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ tannlรฆknis

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒ”แƒœแƒขแƒแƒšแƒฃแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ diลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ dental

Etymology

The word 'dental' originates from the Latin word 'dentalis', which means 'of or belonging to a tooth'. The Latin term 'dens', meaning 'tooth', is the root of many dental-related terms in English. The transition of the term into the English language reflects the evolution of the field of dentistry, which has developed significantly over the centuries. Initially, dental practices were rudimentary, but as understanding of oral health advanced, the terminology expanded, leading to the comprehensive vocabulary used today. The early use of 'dental' in English dates back to the 19th century, aligning with the establishment of dental schools and the professionalization of dentistry. This historical context underscores the importance of oral health in overall well-being and its recognition as a vital part of healthcare.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,682, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.