noun
- a specialist in odontology; a dentist or dental researcher who studies the structure, development, and diseases of teeth.
Usage: formal or technical term; often used in academic or research contexts
Examples
- The odontologist examined the patient's teeth and recommended a treatment plan.
- She decided to become an odontologist after studying dental science in university.
- The research odontologist published findings on tooth decay prevention.
- An odontologist specializes in understanding how teeth develop and function.
- The dental clinic employed three odontologists and two hygienists.