Definition

A field of dentistry focused on treating issues related to the inner part of teeth, including the root and pulp.

Example

Endodontics is essential for saving teeth that have become infected or damaged.

Conversation

I just learned about endodontics in my dental class.

Oh really? What is that exactly?

It's the branch of dentistry that focuses on tooth roots and dental pulp.

That sounds interesting! I didn't know there was a specific field for that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Endodontics → It is formed from "endo-" (from Greek "endon", meaning within) and "odont" (from Greek "odous", meaning tooth) and "-ics" (a suffix used in fields of study). The word refers to the branch of dentistry that deals with the treatment of the inner parts of the tooth.

Memory Tip

Think of 'within' ('endo-') and 'tooth' ('odont') to remember that endodontics is the study and treatment of what is inside the tooth.

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