endodontic

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˌɛn.dəʊˈdɒn.tɪk/

KK: /ˌɛndəˈdɒntɪk/

adjective

Definition

Related to a branch of dentistry that deals with the treatment of the inside of teeth, particularly the dental pulp and tissues surrounding the roots.

Example

The dentist recommended an endodontic treatment to save the damaged tooth.

Conversation

I just had my appointment with the dentist today.

How did it go?

They said I might need endodontic treatment for one of my teeth.

Oh no! I hope it’s not too painful.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

dental

odontic

root

Antonyms

superficial

external

exterior

Root Explanation

Endodontic → It is formed from "endo-" (from Greek "endon", meaning within) and "odont" (from Greek "odous", meaning tooth) and the suffix "-ic" (meaning pertaining to). The word "endodontic" refers to the field of dentistry that deals with the inner parts of the tooth.

Memory Tip

Think of 'within' ('endo-') and 'tooth' ('odont') to remember that endodontic relates to the inner aspects of a tooth.

Visually Confused Words

pedodontic