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buccal
[ buhk-uhl ]
adjective
- of or relating to the cheek.
- pertaining to the sides of the mouth or to the mouth; oral.
- Dentistry. directed toward the cheek. Compare distal ( def 2 ), mesial ( def 2 ).
buccal
/ ˈbʌkəl /
adjective
- of or relating to the cheek
- of or relating to the mouth; oral
buccal lesion
Other Words From
- buccal·ly adverb
- post·buccal adjective
- pre·buccal adjective
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of buccal1
Example Sentences
The the “have not” list included a face-lift, lateral brow lift, regular brow lift, thread lift, buccal fat removal, liposuction, body-contouring and a Brazilian butt lift.
Fans on Reddit guessed “buccal fat removal” and other cosmetic procedures, but Moriarty said in her lengthy Friday statement that the selfie was taken after a period of stress.
The proof-of-concept study with a set of 22 twins found an epigenetic signature in buccal or cheek cells appearing only for the twins who were obese compared to their thinner siblings.
Collecting a DNA sample is a straightforward process, requiring a simple buccal swab rubbing a Q tip six times on the inside of each cheek.
Some are accusing creators of subjecting Barney to buccal fat removal — a trendy cosmetic procedure that eliminates fat from cheeks, leading to a more sculpted and contoured look.
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What does buccal mean?
Buccal means relating to or located in the cheeks. It can also mean relating to or located on the sides of the mouth or in the mouth.
Buccal is a technical anatomical term used in the context of medicine. When it means located in the mouth, buccal is synonymous with oral, which is a much more common term.
Buccal is used in anatomical terms like buccal cavity, buccal gland, and buccal nerve.
Example: Buccal fat pads fill the hollow area in the cheeks.
Where does buccal come from?
The first records of buccal in English come from around the 1820s. It’s derived from the Latin bucca, meaning “cheek.”
The masses of fat and muscle that we call cheeks are contained in a pocket of space on our face called the buccal space. The buccal space has an impact on a lot of things, notably the shape of our face and our chewing.
You may have had the inside of your mouth swabbed to obtain a sample for medical testing purposes—this is called buccal swab. A buccal medication is one that you let dissolve between your cheek and your gums (as opposed to one that you dissolve on or under your tongue).
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What are some other forms related to buccal?
- buccally (adverb)
- postbuccal (adjective)
- prebuccal (adjective)
What are some synonyms for buccal?
What are some words that share a root or word element with buccal?
What are some words that often get used in discussing buccal?
How is buccal used in real life?
Buccal is a technical word, so it’s mainly used in the context of medicine by medical professionals like doctors and dentists.
There has been a lot of interest in GeneDx’s buccal kits lately; they are easy to use and mess free (no spit required!) but do you know how and when to use buccal swabs for genetic testing? Find out how swab savvy you are with our interactive quiz below! https://t.co/9R1iaIJlnj
— GeneDx (@GeneDx) April 15, 2020
The nurse prepares to administer buccal medication. The medicine should be placed Between the client’s cheeks and gums
— special nusre rose (@h7h737) September 12, 2014
These Instagram filters got me convinced I need lip, cheekbone and chin fillers, a nose job, buccal fat removal and LV face tattoos.
— WAIFU (@m497776881) October 31, 2019
Try using buccal!
Which of the following words is LEAST likely to be used in conjunction with the term buccal?
A. oral
B. cheek
C. mouth
D. chest
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