Lucencies Meaning and Definition
Lucencies
Pronunciation
/luˈsɛnsɪz/
Part of Speech
Linguistic or radiological term, noun
Definition
A feature of a tooth, particularly in dental radiographs, where there is a lack of dental structure or a gap, often indicating a cavity, a crack, or a defect.
Examples
- The dentist noticed a lucency on the X-ray, indicating a possible cavity.
- The radiologist referred to the lucencies as abnormal findings.
- The patient’s dental records showed a history of lucencies and cavities.
- The dentist filled the lucency with a tooth-colored filling material.
Etymology
The word “lucency” comes from the Latin “lucere,” meaning “to shine” or “to be light,” and the suffix “-cy,” indicating a quality or state.
Usage Notes
Lucencies can be used in both formal and informal settings, usually in healthcare or dental contexts.
Cultural References
Lucencies are not typically referenced in popular culture, but they are an important term in medical and dental fields.
Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases
There are no idiomatic expressions or phrases that include the term “lucency.”
Related Words or Phrases
- Translucency
- Opacity
- Density
Collocations
- tooth lucency
- dental lucency
- radiological lucency
Frequency of Use
The frequency of use for the term “lucency” is relatively low, mostly used by dental professionals and radiologists.
Common Misspellings
- Lucencies: Gerbera
- Lunnecy: Lunacy
- Lusence: Luscious