noun
- a dental technician who is licensed to make and fit dentures directly for patients
Usage: primarily used in Canada and some U.S. states
Examples
- The denturist took impressions of her mouth to create custom dentures.
- After losing several teeth, he visited a denturist for a partial denture.
- The denturist adjusted the fit of the dentures during the follow-up appointment.
- She trained for two years to become a licensed denturist.
- The denturist explained the care instructions for the new dentures.
- Many patients prefer seeing a denturist because they specialize specifically in dentures.