prosthodontics
noun
pros·tho·don·tics
ˌpräs-thə-ˈdän-tiks 
plural in form but singular or plural in construction
: the dental specialty that is concerned with the restoration or replacement of missing, deficient, or damaged teeth and maxillofacial tissue and bone and that typically involves the use of prosthetic devices (such as crowns, dentures, and implants) and surgical reconstruction
Prosthodontics is the branch of dentistry pertaining to restoration and maintenance of oral function, comfort, appearance, and health of the patient …—
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prosthodontics
noun, plural in form but singular or plural in construction
prosth·odon·tics
ˌpräs-thə-ˈdänt-iks
: the dental specialty that is concerned with the restoration or replacement of missing, deficient, or damaged teeth and maxillofacial tissue and bone and typically involves the use of prosthetic devices (such as crowns, dentures, and implants) and surgical reconstruction
called also prosthetic dentistry, prosthodontia
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