pellicle (redirected from salivary pellicle)

pellicle /pel·li·cle/ (pel´ik'l) a thin scum forming on the surface of liquids.

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pel·li·cle (pl-kl)

n.

A thin skin or film on the surface of a liquid.

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pel·licu·lar (p-lky-lr) adj.

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pellicle

[pel′ikəl]

1 a thin film or skin.

2 a scum or crust on a solution.

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pellicle (pel´ikl),

n a film.

pellicle, brown,

n a specific name for a brownish-gray to black film formed over time on the surfaces of the teeth as a result of not using an abrasive-containing dentifrice.

pellicle, salivary,

n a thin, naturally occurring abacterial film from salivary proteins that regularly forms on teeth and other surfaces in the oral cavity, such as restorations or dentures. It may be brushed away, but it will reform within minutes. This serves as a base for plaque formation. Also called
acquired pellicle or
organic dental pellicle. See also plaque.

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pellicle

1. a thin scum forming on the surface of liquids.

2. a thin, nonliving outer covering.

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dental pellicle

see dental pellicle.