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curing light

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curing,
n the act of polymerization.
curing, denture,
n See denture curing.
curing light,
n a blue light held by the dental professional to harden photopolymerized sealants of tooth-colored restorations, the process of which takes approximately 20 to 60 seconds; special protective glasses or shields must be used by the dental professional and patient to protect against retinal damage from the light.
curing light
Dentistry A special UV light used to attach brackets to the teeth
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