Dental Pellicle

Tandhinna

Engelsk definition

A thin protein film on the surface of DENTAL ENAMEL. It is widely believed to result from the selective adsorption of precursor proteins present in SALIVA onto tooth surfaces, and to reduce microbial adherence to the TEETH.

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Engelska synonymer

Pellicle, Dental Salivary Acquired Pellicle Acquired Pellicle, Salivary Pellicle, Salivary Acquired Enamel Pellicle Pellicle, Enamel Salivary Pellicle Pellicle, Salivary