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Doctor of Dental Medicine

Description:

A Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) is a professional degree conferred upon individuals who have completed dental school and are qualified to practice dentistry. DMD is an equivalent degree to Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) and both are recognized in the United States and many other countries.

Sense 1:

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A dentist who has completed a doctoral program in dental medicine and is licensed to diagnose, treat, and prevent oral health problems.

Example Sentence: My dentist recommended that I visit a Doctor of Dental Medicine for a second opinion on my dental condition.

Sense 2:

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: The degree earned by individuals upon graduation from dental school, equivalent to Doctor of Dental Surgery.

Example Sentence: After years of hard work and dedication, she proudly obtained her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree.

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