Topical anesthesia
Topical anesthesia is a type of anesthesia that is used to numb the surface of a specific area of the body. It is often used in procedures that do not require a deep level of anesthesia, such as minor skin surgeries, eye surgeries, and dental procedures.
Pronunciation
Topical anesthesia is pronounced as top-i-kal an-es-thee-zia.
Etymology
The term "topical anesthesia" is derived from the Greek words "topos" meaning "place" and "anaisthēsia" meaning "without sensation".
Types of Topical Anesthesia
There are several types of topical anesthesia, including:
- Lidocaine: A common type of topical anesthetic that is often used in dental procedures and minor skin surgeries.
- Benzocaine: Another common type of topical anesthetic that is often used for pain relief on the skin and in the mouth.
- Tetracaine: A powerful topical anesthetic that is often used in eye surgeries.
Related Terms
- Local anesthesia: A type of anesthesia that numbs a small area of the body.
- General anesthesia: A type of anesthesia that causes a loss of consciousness.
- Sedation: The process of calming a patient using medication.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Topical anesthesia
- Wikipedia's article - Topical anesthesia
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