prosthodontics

noun

pros·​tho·​don·​tics ˌpräs-thə-ˈdän-tiks How to pronounce prosthodontics (audio)
plural in form but singular or plural in construction
: the dental specialty that is concerned with the restoration or replacement of missing, deficient, or damaged teeth and maxillofacial tissue and bone and that typically involves the use of prosthetic devices (such as crowns, dentures, and implants) and surgical reconstruction
Prosthodontics is the branch of dentistry pertaining to restoration and maintenance of oral function, comfort, appearance, and health of the patient …Journal of Dental Education

Word History

Etymology

New Latin prosthodontia, from prosthesis + -odontia

First Known Use

1921, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of prosthodontics was in 1921

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Cite this Entry

“Prosthodontics.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/prosthodontics. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Medical Definition

prosthodontics

noun, plural in form but singular or plural in construction
prosth·​odon·​tics ˌpräs-thə-ˈdänt-iks How to pronounce prosthodontics (audio)
: the dental specialty that is concerned with the restoration or replacement of missing, deficient, or damaged teeth and maxillofacial tissue and bone and typically involves the use of prosthetic devices (such as crowns, dentures, and implants) and surgical reconstruction

called also prosthetic dentistry, prosthodontia

prosthodontic adjective

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