exodontia

/ˌɛksɒdˈnɔʊʃə/ EX-od-NOW-see-ə

Definitions

1. noun

the branch of dentistry concerned with the extraction of teeth

“She graduated with a degree in exodontia and is now a licensed dentist.”

2. noun

the act or process of extracting teeth

“The patient underwent a procedure of exodontia to remove the impacted tooth.”

Synonyms

  • dental surgery
  • tooth extraction

Antonyms

  • dental restoration
  • teeth implantation