Found 2 items, similar to orthodontics.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: orthodontics orthodontics n : the branch of dentistry dealing with the prevention or correction of irregularities of the teeth [syn: orthodontia, orthodonture, dental orthopedics, dental orthopaedics ]
English → English (gcide) Definition: orthodontics orthodontics \orthodontics\ n. (Med.) A branch of dentistry specializing in the treatment of the teeth so as to make the teeth align properly within the mouth; it usually involves fitting a patient with braces and sometimes oral surgery. [PJC]