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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Anna Clark, ProPublica, 14 Jan. 2026
Individuals experiencing homelessness lack access to basic dental care, clean water and even toothbrushes, which allows preventable conditions to worsen into emergencies.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 14 Jan. 2026
The team believes that their approach represents a proof-of-concept for using dental analysis to offer personalized insights into the individual lives of ancient peoples.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 14 Jan. 2026
Jones has also rejected claims that the jail is unsafe, stating that inmates have access to medical and dental care, televisions and regular meals.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
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Another tool for fluoride treatment is varnish applied during a dental checkup, which may be provided at free or reduced cost through insurance programs.
—Anna Clark, ProPublica, 14 Jan. 2026
Individuals experiencing homelessness lack access to basic dental care, clean water and even toothbrushes, which allows preventable conditions to worsen into emergencies.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 14 Jan. 2026
The team believes that their approach represents a proof-of-concept for using dental analysis to offer personalized insights into the individual lives of ancient peoples.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 14 Jan. 2026
Jones has also rejected claims that the jail is unsafe, stating that inmates have access to medical and dental care, televisions and regular meals.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
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“Dental.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dental. Accessed 18 Jan. 2026.
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