burr-drill

The dentist uses a burr-drill to prepare a tooth for a filling.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • Medical instrument: A "burr-drill" is a type of drill used in dentistry, specifically for boring into teeth or bone, equipped with a burr (a small, rotating cutting tool).

Usage Examples

• (A dental drill with a burr for cutting.)
• (A specialized dental instrument.)

Advanced Usage

• "burr-drill technique": a specific method in oral surgery or endodontics involving the use of a burr-drill.
  • The surgeon applied the burr-drill technique to access the root canal. (A precise drilling method.)

Variants and Related Words

• Burr (n): a small, rotating cutting tool used in drills, especially for dental or surgical purposes.

  • The burr was replaced after the procedure. (The cutting tip of the drill.)

• Drill (n): a tool or machine with a rotating cutting tip for making holes.

  • He used a hand drill for woodworking. (A general drilling tool.)

Synonyms

• Dental drill: a drill specifically designed for dental work.
• Rotary instrument: a broader term for any tool with a rotating cutting part.

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