orthodontist
Other forms: orthodontists
An orthodontist is a type of dentist who specializes in straightening crooked teeth. If you go see an orthodontist, you could walk out with a mouth full of braces!
A dentist can fill cavities and encourage you to floss, but an orthodontist can help straighten crooked teeth or misaligned jaws. The word orthodontist comes from the Greek word orthos for “straight, correct” and odon for "tooth." The most common thing an orthodontist does is provide braces for kids and adults. An orthodontist can help if you have a serious tooth or jaw problem or if you just want your teeth to look better.
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a dentist specializing in the prevention or correction of irregularities of the teeth
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type of:
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dental practitioner, dentist, tooth doctor
a person qualified to practice dentistry
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dental practitioner, dentist, tooth doctor
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