Drill
Drill (medical)
Drill (pronunciation: /drɪl/), in the medical context, refers to a tool or device used for creating holes in bones or teeth during surgical procedures. The term originates from the Middle Dutch word 'drillen', meaning to bore or turn.
Usage
In medicine, drills are commonly used in orthopedic surgery and dentistry. In orthopedic surgery, drills are used to create holes in bones to facilitate the placement of screws or pins. In dentistry, drills are used to remove decayed tooth material before filling a cavity or to prepare a tooth for a root canal procedure.
Types
There are several types of drills used in medicine, including:
- Hand Drill: A manually operated drill, often used in dentistry.
- Power Drill: An electrically powered drill, typically used in orthopedic surgery.
- Air Drill: A drill powered by compressed air, used in both dentistry and orthopedic surgery.
Related Terms
- Bur: A type of drill bit used in dentistry.
- Trephine: A type of surgical drill used to remove circular sections of bone.
- Osteotomy: A surgical procedure that involves cutting and reshaping bones, often using a drill.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Drill
- Wikipedia's article - Drill
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