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OPERATORY LIGHT [1 record]

Record 1 2015-04-13

English

Subject field(s)
  • Dentistry
CONT

The operating light used for illuminating the operating area is usually a spotlight mounted on an extension arm of the dental unit.

Key term(s)
  • operatory light

French

Domaine(s)
  • Dentisterie
CONT

Le projecteur dentaire devra avoir une certaine surface. À cet égard, un scialytique classique de 45 centimètres de diamètre reste le meilleur [...]. Rappelons en le principe qui lui permet d'éliminer les ombres portées: une lampe centrale envoie des rayons sur une couronne de miroirs qui réfléchissent cette lumière de façon convergente vers le champ opératoire.

Spanish

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