orthodontic

English

Etymology

From orthodontics, equivalent to ortho- +‎ -odont +‎ -ic.

Adjective

orthodontic (not comparable)

  1. Of, or relating to the dental speciality of orthodontics.
    • 2015 August 20, Julie Gunlock, “Your Child Might Not Need Those Costly Braces”, in Time‎[1]:
      Many parents can’t afford that “great smile,” though, which is why a thriving cottage industry of homemade orthodontic remedies has surfaced to provide the perfect smile to those who can’t afford licensed orthodontic work.

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