Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

  • Deononology

    The doctrine that a person’s abnormal behavior is caused by an autonomous evil spirit.  

  • Deodorant

    A product that masks body odor or prevents it. Usually, short acting, antiperspirant. A substance which hides or prevents unpleasant smells. An agent that reduces or removes unpleasant body odors by destroying bacteria that live on the skin and break down sweat. Deodorant preparations often contain an antiseptic, such as hexachlorophene. Substances which remove or…

  • Dentist

    Dentist

    A person who possesses the Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree, or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree, and who is concerned with the prevention of dental disorders and the diagnosis and treatment of dental and oral diseases and restoration of dental defects. A professional person qualified by education and authorized by law (usually by…

  • Dental screening

    Dental checkup.  

  • Dental pathology

    The dental specialty concerned with diseases of the oral cavity.  

  • Dental laboratory technician

    A person trained in constructing dental prostheses. A dental technician makes the dentures according to the directions of the dentist. A highly trained professional who makes or repairs dental appliances. By using dental impressions taken from the patient by the dentist or dental hygienist, a dental laboratory technician (also called a denturist) constructs or repairs…

  • Dental insurance

    A policy that provides for dental care. Most have limitations and deductible clauses. Generally, they provide for some coverage for preventive and maintenance care, oral examination, prophylaxis, X-rays, and restorative treatment.  

  • Dental hygiene teacher

    Dental health teacher.  

  • Dental fissures

    Imperfections of the tooth enamel.  

  • Dental examination

    A dental checkup. Consists of visual examination, X-rays, and prophylaxes. An exploration and analysis of the mouth, teeth, and gums by a dentist. A dental examination may be performed as a routine yearly checkup or to assess a complaint. Before the examination, the person answers questions regarding general health, current medications, prior dental treatments, special…

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