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

What is the best tooth brushing technique according to dentists? — Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 7 Oct. 2026

The instructions sit alongside other, more typical examples of the feature, such as a call to a restaurant to make a booking and a query to find a dentist appointment. — James Peckham, PC Magazine, 6 Oct. 2026

For people whose dry mouth stems from a medical condition or medication, dentists often recommend an alcohol-free rinse with fluoride instead. — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 5 Oct. 2026

Expect dentists to start prescribing routines, not just products, pairing a midday lozenge or prebiotic rinse with reduced reliance on antiseptics. — Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 5 Oct. 2026

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