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A diagnostic cast of an impression of the dental arches or a part thereof, trimmed with the arches articulated and the edges perpendicular to the occlusal plane. The study model serves as the basis for construction of dental appliances, dentures, or orthodontic treatment.  

The stimulation of bone marrow (with intensive cancer chemotherapies or blood-forming growth factors) to release stem cells into the bloodstream (also known as the “peripheral blood”). The cells that appear in the blood can be harvested for use in autologous bone marrow transplantation. Mobilized cells (identified by the cell surface marker called “CD34”) are returned…

Surgical procedure performed to restore mobility to the stapes. Used in treatment of deafness.  

The therapeutic manipulation of connective tissue, including muscle, fascia, tendons, and ligaments, for mechanical and physiological effects on blood flow, temperature, metabolism, and autonomic reflex activity. It includes techniques such as myofascial release, muscle energy, Rolfing, and traditional massage.  

Inappropriate sexual contact, speech, or behavior between health care providers and/or their patients.  

Milk product derived from soybeans. It can take the place of cow’s milk in people who have lactose intolerance and those who are allergic to milk proteins.  

Milk with lactic acid caused either by lactic acid- producing bacteria or by the addition of vinegar. It is most commonly used in baked goods. The subject of this article is milk that has been subjected to an acidic substance, resulting in fermentation and thickening. As the souring process progresses, the milk ultimately divides into…

Cow’s milk from which the fat has been removed. Milk that has been separated from its cream content. Informally, referred to as blue john.  

Microtome in which the tissue being sectioned slides along a track.  

A binocular microscope with an objective lens for each eyepiece, permitting objects to be viewed stereoscopically.