Dental ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Dental ( adjective )

1. Relating to the teeth.
2. Relating to dentistry or a dentist.

Origin:

Mid 17th century: from latin dentalis, from dens, dent- "tooth".

Examples:

1. She had a dental appointment next week.
2. He had a dental emergency and had to go to the dentist.
3. The dental hygienist cleaned her teeth.
4. The dental surgery was done to fix her chipped tooth.
5. The dental insurance covered the cost of the treatment.

(As a noun)

Dental ( noun )

1. Relating to the teeth.
2. Relating to dentistry or a dentist.

Origin:

Mid 17th century: from latin dentalis, from dens, dent- "tooth".

Examples:

1. She had a dental appointment next week.
2. He had a dental emergency and had to go to the dentist.
3. The dental hygienist cleaned her teeth.
4. The dental surgery was done to fix her chipped tooth.
5. The dental insurance covered the cost of the treatment.