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materia alba

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ma·te·ri·a al·ba (m

-tîr

)

A white cheeselike accumulation of food debris, microorganisms, desquamated epithelial cells, and blood cells deposited around the teeth at the gumline.

materia alba

tir´ē

al´b

),
n a soft white deposit around the necks of the teeth, usually associated with poor oral hygiene; composed of food debris, dead tissue elements, and purulent matter; serves as a medium for bacterial growth.

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