Dentist vs. Odontologist

Dentistnoun

A medical doctor who specializes in dentistry.

Dentistnoun

One whose business it is to clean, extract, or repair natural teeth, and to make and insert artificial ones; a dental surgeon.

Dentistnoun

a person qualified to practice dentistry

Dentistnoun

a person who is qualified to treat diseases and other conditions that affect the teeth and gums, especially the repair and extraction of teeth and the insertion of artificial ones

Dentist

A dentist, also known as a dental surgeon, is a medical professional who specializes in dentistry, the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases and conditions of the oral cavity. The dentist's supporting team aids in providing oral health services.

Odontologistnoun

One who studies teeth.