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prosthodontics
(redirected from Fixed prosthodontics)

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pros·tho·don·tics  (prsth-dntks)
n. (used with a sing. verb)
The branch of dentistry that deals with the replacement of missing teeth and related mouth or jaw structures by bridges, dentures, or other artificial devices.

[prosth(esis) + -odont(ia) + -ics.]

prostho·dontic adj.
prostho·dontist n.
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Noun1.prosthodontics - the branch of dentistry dealing with the replacement of teeth and related mouth or jaw structures by artificial devices
dental medicine, dentistry, odontology - the branch of medicine dealing with the anatomy and development and diseases of the teeth

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He has received multiple awards for distinguished teaching and service, including the George Moulton Award, the highest award from the American Academy of Fixed Prosthodontics, in February 2000.
 
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