How to sign dentist in American Sign Language

Sign #1 (1 of 2)

Definition:

Teeth professional

Sign Instructions:

Place your hand in front of the side of your mouth with your index finger pointing up and your hand oriented toward yourself. Tap your hand against the side of your mouth with your fingertips 2 times.

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Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for dentist
Extend the index finger straight up and touch the tip of the thumb to the tip of the middle finger with the ring and pinky fingers bent in the same way as the middle finger.

Sign #2 (2 of 2)

Sign Instructions:

Tap the pinkie side of your hand against the side of your mouth 2 times.

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Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for dentist
Make a fist with all fingers folded into the palm, and extend the thumb straight out to the side.

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