orthodontics
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Definition of orthodontics
: a branch of dentistry dealing with irregularities of the teeth (such as malocclusion) and their correction (as by braces) also : the treatment provided by a specialist in orthodontics
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orthodontics
noun
English Language Learners Definition of orthodontics
: a branch of dentistry that deals with helping teeth to grow straight
orthodontics
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Medical Definition of orthodontics
1 : a branch of dentistry dealing with irregularities of the teeth and their correction (as by means of braces)
2 : the treatment provided by an orthodontist
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