1
: of or relating to the teeth or dentistry
2
: articulated with the tip or blade of the tongue against or near the upper front teeth
: a dental consonant
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Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 3 Mar. 2025
Her work contributed to a greater understanding of blood types, how antibiotics interact with gut bacteria and the relationship between bacteria and dental cavities.
—Alex Knapp, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
The common practice of putting fluoride in water to improve dental health -- something criticized by new Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. -- is controlled by states and cities.
—Larry Kaplow, NPR, 25 Feb. 2025
The dentist recommended that cancer patients stay consistent with routine dental exams, especially directly following a cancer diagnosis, to address any issues that might worsen during treatment.
—Angelica Stabile, Fox News, 21 Feb. 2025
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In a Reddit post, the woman recounted the terrifying situation that unfolded after a dental procedure in which she was sedated.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 3 Mar. 2025
Her work contributed to a greater understanding of blood types, how antibiotics interact with gut bacteria and the relationship between bacteria and dental cavities.
—Alex Knapp, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
The common practice of putting fluoride in water to improve dental health -- something criticized by new Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. -- is controlled by states and cities.
—Larry Kaplow, NPR, 25 Feb. 2025
The dentist recommended that cancer patients stay consistent with routine dental exams, especially directly following a cancer diagnosis, to address any issues that might worsen during treatment.
—Angelica Stabile, Fox News, 21 Feb. 2025
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“Dental.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dental. Accessed 9 Mar. 2025.
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