orthodontics

/,ɔ:θou'dɔnʃiə/ Cách viết khác : (orthodontics) /,ɔ:θou'dɔntiks/
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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The branch of dentistry dealing with the prevention or correction of irregularities of the teeth: Orthodontics is a specialized field of dentistry focused on diagnosing, preventing, and treating dental and facial irregularities, primarily involving the alignment of teeth and jaws.
Usage
  • Orthodontics is a professional medical specialty.
  • It is used as a singular, uncountable noun (e.g., "Orthodontics is...") to refer to the field itself.
  • It is distinct from general dentistry, focusing specifically on alignment and occlusion.
Examples
  • Noun:
    • She decided to specialize in orthodontics after dental school.
    • Modern orthodontics offers various treatment options, including clear aligners.
    • The problem with his bite required the intervention of orthodontics.
Advanced Usage
  • "The art and science of orthodontics": A formal phrase emphasizing both the technical and aesthetic aspects of the field.
    • His research contributed significantly to the art and science of orthodontics.
Variants and Related Words
  • Orthodontist (n): A dentist who specializes in orthodontics.
    • You need to see an orthodontist for braces.
  • Orthodontic (adj): Relating to orthodontics.
    • She is undergoing orthodontic treatment.
  • Orthodontia (n): An older, synonymous term for orthodontics, now less common.
Synonyms
  • Dental orthopedics: A less common synonym, sometimes used to describe the aspect of orthodontics that deals with guiding facial growth.
  • Dentofacial orthopedics: A modern term that expands the scope to include the guidance of facial bone growth.
Related Phrases
  • "Practice orthodontics": To work professionally in this field.
    • He has practiced orthodontics for over twenty years.
  • "Principles of orthodontics": Refers to the foundational theories of the specialty.
    • The textbook explains the fundamental principles of orthodontics.
Noun
  1. the branch of dentistry dealing with the prevention or correction of irregularities of the teeth

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