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microleakage
[mī′krō·lē′kij] Etymology: Gk, mikros + ONorse leka, to drip leakage of minute amounts of fluids, debris, and microorganisms through the microscopic space between a dental restoration or its cement and the adjacent surface of the cavity preparation. It may progress through the dentin into the pulp, resulting ultimately in the failure of the restoration and the loss of the tooth. microleakage [mi″kro-lēk´aj] leakage of minute amounts of fluids, debris, and microorganisms through the microscopic space between a dental restoration or its cement and the adjacent surface of the cavity preparation; it may progress through the dentin into the pulp.
microleakage, n the seepage of fluids, debris, and microorganisms along the interface between a restoration and the walls of a cavity preparation. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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