dentistry

noun

den·​tist·​ry ˈden-tə-strē How to pronounce dentistry (audio)
: the art or profession of a dentist

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Certain professional degree programs qualify for the higher federal loan limits, including law, medicine, dentistry and veterinary medicine. — Faith Wakefield, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026 Even dentistry is folded into the wellness equation, with routine cleanings offered at the on-site clinic. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 23 Aug. 2026 Those pursuing a professional degree in law, dentistry or medicine, among other programs, can take out up to $50,000 annually. — Annie Nova, CNBC, 2 Aug. 2026 Most myofunctional therapists have backgrounds in related fields like speech-language pathology, occupational therapy or dentistry. — Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for dentistry

Word History

First Known Use

1838, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of dentistry was in 1838

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“Dentistry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dentistry. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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dentistry

noun
den·​tist·​ry ˈdent-ə-strē How to pronounce dentistry (audio)
: the profession or practice of a dentist

Medical Definition

dentistry

noun
den·​tist·​ry ˈdent-ə-strē How to pronounce dentistry (audio)
plural dentistries
: the art or profession of a dentist

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