Category: D
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Disulfate
A compound containing two sulfate radicals.
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Disturbance
Interruption of the normal sequence of continuity.
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Districhiasis
A condition in which two hairs grow from the same hair follicle.
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Distraught
In doubt, deeply troubled, and having conflicting thoughts.
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Distraction therapy
The use of pleasing sensory stimuli (such as aromas, images of nature, massage, or music) to divert the attention of a patient from an unpleasant clinical experience. Distraction therapy can reduce the pain experienced by patients during, e.g., reduction of fractures, placement of catheters, or wound debridement.
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Disto-occlusal
Concerning the distal and occlusal surfaces of a tooth or the distal and occlusal walls of a cavity preparation.
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Distome
A fluke with two suckers, an oral and a ventral sucker, or acetabulum.
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Distolabial
To the distal and labial surface of a tooth.
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Distogingival
To the distal and gingival walls of a cavity being prepared for restoration.
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Distoclusion
A condition in which the lower teeth meet the upper teeth behind the normal position.