Bisque
Bisque (medicine)
Bisque (pronounced: /bisk/) is a term not commonly used in the medical field. However, in the context of medical terminology, it can refer to a type of porcelain used in various medical devices and prosthetics.
Etymology
The term "Bisque" is derived from the French word 'bis cuit' which means 'twice baked'. This refers to the process of baking the porcelain twice, once to harden it and a second time to glaze it.
Usage in Medicine
In medicine, bisque is used in the manufacturing of certain types of prosthetics and medical devices. The porcelain is favored for its durability, smoothness, and ability to be shaped and colored to match a patient's natural appearance.
For example, bisque is often used in the creation of dental prosthetics, such as crowns and bridges. It is also used in the production of certain types of ocular prosthetics, where the bisque can be painted to match the patient's existing eye color.
Related Terms
- Porcelain: A hard, white, translucent ceramic made by firing a pure clay and then glazing it with variously colored fusible materials.
- Prosthetics: An artificial body part replacement.
- Dental Prosthetics: A branch of dentistry that focuses on dental prostheses.
- Ocular Prosthetics: The science of artificial eye replacement.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bisque
- Wikipedia's article - Bisque
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