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Dental Plaque
Medical Definition: | A film that attaches to teeth, often causing DENTAL CARIES and GINGIVITIS. It is composed of MUCINS, secreted from salivary glands, and microorganisms. |
Guide Notes: | note categories; from Cat A /chem /ultrastruct permitted; DF: DENT PLAQUE |
Dental Plaque Medical Definitions and Terms
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