ostectomy /os·tec·to·my/ (os-tek´tah-me) excision of a bone or part of a bone.
ostectomy (ostek´tōmē),
ostectomy
os·tec·to·my ( s-t k t -m )n. 1. Surgical removal of a bone or part of a bone. 2. In dentistry, resection of supporting osseous structures to eliminate periodontal pockets. |
ostectomy (ostek´tōmē),
n the excision of a bone or portion of a bone.
ostectomy, periodontal,
n the removal of alveolar bone from around the tooth root to eliminate an adjacent pocket and secure physiologic osseous and gingival form.
ostectomy
excision of a bone or part of a bone.
ostectomy
Orthopedics The excision of bone or part thereof
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