1
: of or relating to the teeth or dentistry
2
: articulated with the tip or blade of the tongue against or near the upper front teeth
: a dental consonant
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Ashley Mahoney, Axios, 3 Sep. 2024
Other sources of bills included labs, imaging centers and dental offices.
—Erin Duffy, CNN, 3 Sep. 2024
The aspects of getting a dog to live the healthiest, longest life possible include keeping them at a healthy weight -- or healthy body condition score, similar to body mass index in humans -- as well as ensuring parasite prevention and good dental care, Promislow said.
—Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 26 Aug. 2024
While more studies are needed on this topic, adding coconut oil to your standard dental care routine is not likely to be harmful.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 15 Aug. 2024
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The nonprofit helps people navigate Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, pro bono immigration legal services, plus medical and dental care.
—Ashley Mahoney, Axios, 3 Sep. 2024
Other sources of bills included labs, imaging centers and dental offices.
—Erin Duffy, CNN, 3 Sep. 2024
The aspects of getting a dog to live the healthiest, longest life possible include keeping them at a healthy weight -- or healthy body condition score, similar to body mass index in humans -- as well as ensuring parasite prevention and good dental care, Promislow said.
—Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 26 Aug. 2024
While more studies are needed on this topic, adding coconut oil to your standard dental care routine is not likely to be harmful.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 15 Aug. 2024
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“Dental.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dental. Accessed 12 Sep. 2024.
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