dentist

noun

den·​tist ˈden-təst 

: one who is skilled in and licensed to practice the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases, injuries, and malformations of the teeth, jaws, and mouth and who makes and inserts false teeth

Examples of dentist in a Sentence

I saw her at the dentist last week.

He goes to the dentist's for a check-up every six months.

Recent Examples on the Web

As a pediatric dentist for over 15 years, Dabir has extensive experience in providing dental care to infants, children and teens. —Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 June 2025

The maybe dentist warned me not to give out his address or phone number to anyone else. —Literary Hub, 26 June 2025

Get regular dental checkups: Dental checkups and cleanings allow dentists to identify potential causes of tooth pain and remove tartar. —Mark Gurarie, Health, 21 June 2025

Through participating in various clubs, students can gain leadership positions, which is an important quality that aspiring dentists should possess. —Kristen Moon, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025

Word History

Etymology

French dentiste, from dent

First Known Use

circa 1746, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing dentist

• the dentist
• the dentist's

Rhymes for dentist

• adventist
• apprenticed

Kids Definition

dentist

noun

den·​tist ˈdent-əst 

: a professional person who is trained in the care, treatment, and repair of the teeth and the fitting of artificial teeth

Medical Definition

dentist

noun

den·​tist ˈdent-əst 

: a licensed practitioner who is skilled in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases, injuries, and malformations of the teeth, jaws, and mouth and who makes and inserts false teeth