1
: of or relating to the teeth or dentistry
2
: articulated with the tip or blade of the tongue against or near the upper front teeth
: a dental consonant
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Bathroom and spa products are made from 100% natural ingredients, and dental and shaving kits are completely biodegradable.
—Grainne McBride, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Jan. 2026
In June, Rimes admitted that her dental implants became dislodged during a performance.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 21 Jan. 2026
The culprit was her dental bridge.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Jan. 2026
Pearl, a Samoyed - a breed often considered hypoallergenic - receives regular grooming and formal training to prepare her for the dental environment.
—Itay Hod, CBS News, 20 Jan. 2026
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“Dental.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dental. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.
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