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topical anesthetic
/tˈɒpɪkəl ˌanɪsθˈɛtɪk/
topical anaestheticTopical anesthetic
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a type of medication applied directly to the surface of the skin or mucous membranes to numb a specific area, preventing pain or discomfort during medical procedures or treatments
Examples
The dentist applied a topical anesthetic before starting the dental procedure.
