dentistry
['dɛntɪstrɪ]
n.

[医] , 技

1. The branch of dentistry that deals with diseases of the tooth root, dental pulp, and surrounding tissue.
   髓病研究根、髓其周围组织疾病医
2. The branch of dentistry that deals with the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases and problems specific to the aged.
   老医，专门研究老病问题诊、预治疗
3. A device placed in the mouth to keep it open, as in dentistry.
   口器嘴里使嘴装置

dentistry
[ noun ]
the branch of medicine dealing with the anatomy and development and diseases of the teeth
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Dentistry \Den"tist*ry\, n.
The art or profession of a dentist; dental surgery.