odontology

UK
/ˌəʊ.dɒnˈtɒl.ə.dʒi/
US
/ˌoʊ.dɑnˈtɑl.ə.dʒi/
odontologynoun
odontologies
pl
Translations
Odontology is the scientific study of the structure and diseases of teeth.
Одонтология - это научное изучение структуры и заболеваний зубов.
Definitions
The scientific study of the structure and diseases of teeth.
She decided to pursue a career in odontology after developing an interest in dental health.
The application of dental science to legal or criminal investigations; forensic odontology.
Odontology helped the investigators identify the victims through dental records.
Synonyms
dental science
oral health
tooth care
odontologyadjective
UK
/ˌəʊ.dɒnˈtɒl.ə.dʒi/
US
/ˌoʊ.dɑnˈtɑl.ə.dʒi/
Used attributively before a noun, e.g. "odontology textbooks".
Definitions
Relating to the scientific study of the structure and diseases of teeth.
The university offers an odontology research program.