释义 |
exodontia|ɛksəʊˈdɒnʃɪə| [mod.L., f. ex-1+ Gr. ὀδούς, ὀδοντ- tooth.] The extraction of teeth. Hence exoˈdontist, a specialist in exodontia.
1913G. B. Winter (title) Exodontia; a practical treatise on the technic of extraction of teeth. Ibid. iv. 69 Dental anatomy, from the standpoint of the exodontist, should be studied in the light of mechanics. 1927M. H. Feldman Man. Exodontia i. 17 The development of skill in inducing anesthesia..has made it possible to perform the ofttimes intricate phases of exodontia in such a manner as to grant the patient..freedom from the sensation of pain. 1936Dunning & Davenport Dict. Dental Sci. & Art 203/1 Exodontist. 1960Times 30 Mar. 3/5 (Advt.), Oral surgery including exodontia. |