Meaning of the word dentist in English

What does dentist mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

dentist

US /ˈden.t̬ɪst/
UK /ˈden.tɪst/
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Noun

a person who is qualified to treat diseases and other conditions that affect the teeth and gums, especially the repair and extraction of teeth and the insertion of artificial ones

Example:
I have an appointment with the dentist tomorrow.
The dentist advised me to brush my teeth twice a day.