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debridement

The correct spelling is debridement.

How to pronounce debridement

noun

IPA: /dɪˈbɹiːdmənt/

Say it like: Deb-rid-eme-nt

The correct spelling is debridement. The removal of dead, damaged, or infected tissue to improve the healing potential of the remaining healthy tissue.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.The removal of dead, damaged, or infected tissue to improve the healing potential of the remaining healthy tissue.
  2. 2.The removal of the dental tartar that has accumulated over teeth, typically done using hand tools and ultrasound instruments.

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