topical anaesthesia

Definitions of topical anaesthesia
  1. noun
    loss of sensation confined to the skin or mucous surfaces (as when benzocaine or Lidocaine is applied to the surface)
    synonyms: topical anesthesia
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    type of:
    anaesthesia, anesthesia
    loss of bodily sensation with or without loss of consciousness
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