In Spanish, the word for dentist is dentista. This term is used to refer to a professional who specializes in oral health, including the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases and conditions of the oral cavity.
The word dentista is derived from the Latin word dens, which means tooth. It is a gender-neutral term, so it can be used to refer to both male and female dentists. For example:
- El dentista es muy amable. (The dentist is very kind.)
- La dentista es muy amable. (The dentist is very kind.)
Whether you are visiting a dentist in a Spanish-speaking country or simply expanding your vocabulary, knowing how to say dentista can be very useful.