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maxillodental

maxillodental

9.9
Having to do with the upper jaw and its teeth
  • adjective
  • /ˌmæksɪloʊˈdɛntəl/
  • Specialized
translation icon : maxilodental
  • The dentist examined the patient's maxillodental structures to assess the alignment of the upper teeth.

Examples

  • Certain speech sounds are produced using maxillodental contact.

  • The maxillodental structure is crucial for proper bite alignment.

  • An X-ray revealed an abnormality in the maxillodental region.

  • Many orthodontists specialize in maxillodental treatments.

  • The dentist examined the patient's maxillodental structures to assess the alignment of the upper teeth.

  • An X-ray revealed an abnormality in the maxillodental region.

  • Certain speech sounds are produced using maxillodental contact.

Synonyms

maxillary
vsmaxillodental
  • Specialized
3 8.7

Relating to the bone of the upper jaw that holds the upper teeth

includes that bone plus the teeth connected to it
maxillofacial
vsmaxillodental
  • Specialized
1 8.9

Relating to the upper jaw and face, often for surgery on bones

is limited to the upper jaw and its teeth not the wider face
alveolar
vsmaxillodental
  • Specialized
1 8.1

Of the bone or ridge in the jaw that holds the teeth, often the upper jaw

focuses on the whole upper jaw together with its teeth

Surface Forms

maxillodental positive

Morphology

maxillodental = maxilla + dental (semi-transparent) = maxillo + dental

Built from a technical combining form 'maxillo-' (which may be unfamiliar) and 'dental' (familiar), so the anatomical relation is guessable but somewhat technical.

Etymology

The word maxillodental comes from the parts maxillo- meaning 'jaw' and dental meaning 'tooth', and the dental part is the same root you see in dentist. So maxillodental refers to the upper jaw and its teeth.