Category: O
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Oral pathology
That specialty of dentistry that is concerned with the treatment of diseases of the mouth.
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Oral gratification
Satisfaction or need fulfillment obtained through the use of the mouth or by placing something in the mouth.
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Oral fixation
In Freudian psychology, gratification or stimulation of the mouth enhancing emotional security.
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Oral eroticism
Oral gratification. Sexual pleasure derived from use of the mouth.
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Oral diseases
Diseases of the oral cavity. These diseases include tooth decay, pulpitis, periodontal diseases, and halitosis.
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Oral contraceptives
Drugs taken through oral administration to prevent conception. A contraceptive pill which is swallowed. Pull containing a combination of estrogen and progestin preparations that inhibits ovulation and thus prevents conception. It is a highly effective contraceptive if taken as directed, is generally acceptable to users, and has several beneficial side effects, including relief of dysmenorrhea…
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Oral cavity
Pertaining to the mouth. The mouth, inclusive of the teeth, mucosa, and lips. The space inside the teeth and gums that is filled by the tongue when the mouth is closed and relaxed.
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Oral administration
The introduction of a drug into the body through the mouth.
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Optometry
A nonmedical specialty concerned with examining, a person’s eyes for refractory problems and correcting them by fitting eye glasses, optometrist; ophthalmology. The testing of eyes and prescribing of lenses to correct sight. Practice of testing the eyes for visual acuity and prescribing corrective lenses or other visual aids. The branch of science which deals with…
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Optometrist
A person with specialized training in the diagnosis and correction of visual problems. An cannot prescribe drugs or perform surgery; holds a degree of Doctor of Optometry (DO), optometry, ophthalmologist. A practitioner concerned with problems of vision. Optometrists examine the eyes and related structures to determine the presence of any abnormality, and prescribe and adapt…