cement base

ce·ment base

in dentistry, a layer of dental cement, sometimes medicated, that is placed in the deep portion of a cavity preparation to protect the pulp, reduce the bulk of a metallic restoration, or eliminate undercuts.

Synonym(s): cavity preparation base

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ce·ment base

(sĕ-ment bās)

In dentistry, a layer of dental cement, sometimes medicated, which is placed in the deep portion of a cavity preparation to protect the pulp, reduce the bulk of a metallic restoration, or eliminate undercuts.
Synonym(s): cavity preparation base.

Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing © Farlex 2012

ce·ment base

(sĕ-ment bās)

In dentistry, layer of dental cement, sometimes medicated, placed in deep portion of a cavity preparation to protect pulp, reduce bulk of a metallic restoration, or eliminate undercuts.
Synonym(s): cavity preparation base.

Medical Dictionary for the Dental Professions © Farlex 2012