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orthodontic (adjective) (not comparable)
Pertaining to, or referring to, the correction of abnormal dental conditions, including related abnormalities in facial structures: Lester went to his dentist to have orthodontic treatments in order to get his teeth adjusted for better chewing of his food and appearance when he smiled or opened his mouth.
Relating to the correcting of faulty positioning of the teeth by a dentist.
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This entry is located in the following units: odonto-, odont-, odon-, -odont, -odonic, -odontic, -odontia, -odontoid; -dont, -donts, -dontia, -dontic, -dontoid (page 8) ortho-, orth- (page 3)