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drop·per (drpr)
n.
A device that produces drops, especially a small tube with a suction bulb at one end for drawing in a liquid and releasing it in drops. Also called instillator.

dropper,
a glass or plastic tube narrowed at one end with a rubber bulb at the other end to dispense a liquid medication one drop at a time.

dropper
1. a pipette or tube for dispensing liquids in drops.
2. a wooden or metal spreader holding the wires in a farm fence apart.


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To make the infection-detecting solution You need: 1/4 teaspoon of turmeric 4 tablespoons of isopropyl rubbing alcohol 1 stirring stick 1 mixing cup 1 dropper bottle To Do: Add 1/4 teaspoon of turmeric to four tablespoons of isopropyl rubbing alcohol.
The solution prepared by the pharmacy is two drops of peppermint essence to 100ml of grapeseed oil and is dispensed in 20ml dropper bottles.
For low-speed handpieces, attachments and air scalers, you'll want to use lubricant in a dropper bottle once or twice a week or as recommended by the manufacturer.
 
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