Diodorus
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Diodorus (pronunciation: /daɪˈɒdərəs/) is a term used in the medical field.
Etymology
The term "Diodorus" is derived from the Greek words "di" meaning two and "odorus" meaning toothed.
Definition
In the medical context, Diodorus refers to a specific type of surgical instrument used in dental procedures. It is a double-toothed instrument used for holding or pulling tissues during surgery.
Related Terms
- Dental surgery: A branch of medicine that involves diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disorders, and conditions of the oral cavity.
- Surgical instrument: A specially designed tool or device for performing specific actions or carrying out desired effects during a surgery or operation.
- Oral cavity: The mouth and the proximal part of the digestive tract, bounded by the lips anteriorly, the throat posteriorly, the cheeks laterally, and the palate superiorly.
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