Topical Anesthetic (Noun)
Meaning
Anesthetic that numbs a particular area of the body.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The dentist applied a topical anesthetic to the gum area before extracting the tooth.
- Topical anesthetic cream is commonly used by patients who undergo laser tattoo removal procedures.
- To relieve minor burns and scalds, over-the-counter creams containing a topical anesthetic may be used.
- Prior to surgery, a doctor administers a local anesthetic through injection, often following up with a topical anesthetic for maximum effect.
- The doctor sprayed a topical anesthetic on the child's skin before stitching a cut on their knee.