der Kieferorthopäde
Translation
orthodontist
Examples
Der Kieferorthopäde empfahl eine Zahnspange.
The orthodontist recommended braces.
Ich habe einen Termin beim Kieferorthopäden.
I have an appointment with the orthodontist.
Grammar Patterns
to go to the orthodontist I'm going to the orthodontist tomorrow.
Similar Words
Zahnarzt (dentist)
Etymology
Composed of 'Kiefer' (jaw), 'ortho' (from Greek for 'straight'), and '-päde' (specialist). Literally a 'jaw-straightening specialist'.
Memory Tips
Think of an 'ortho' specialist for your 'Kiefer' (jaw).