
Meaning of ORTHODONTICS
| Pronunciation: | | 'orthu'dântiks
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WordNet Dictionary |
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[n] the branch of dentistry dealing with the prevention or correction of irregularities of the teeth |
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ORTHODONTICS is a 12 letter word that starts with O. |
| | Synonyms: | | dental orthopaedics, dental orthopedics, orthodontia, orthodonture |
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| | See Also: | | dental medicine, dentistry, odontology | |
Medical Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | orthodontics is the dental specialty that focuses on the development, prevention, and correction of irregularities of the teeth, bite, and jaw. |
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