The dental pellicle, or acquired pellicle, is a protein film that forms on the surface enamel, dentin, artificial crowns, and bridges by selective binding...

protozoa Pellicle mirror, a thin plastic membrane which may be used as a beam splitter or protective cover in optical systems Pellicle (dental), the thin...

adsorbed into acquired dental pellicle or directly onto the surface of the tooth causing a stain to appear. Dental plaque: Dental plaque is a clear biofilm...

S. oralis is one of the pioneer species associated with eubiotic dental pellicle biofilms, and can be found in high numbers on most oral surfaces. It...

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the enamel organ. Acquired pellicle, structure acquired after tooth eruption is composed of food debris, calculus, dental plaque (organic film). The high...

composition and characteristics of plaque helps in its control. An acquired pellicle is a layer of saliva that is composed of mainly glycoproteins and forms...

In dentistry, calculus or tartar is a form of hardened dental plaque. It is caused by precipitation of minerals from saliva and gingival crevicular fluid...

with pellicle formation. Pellicle is an acellular proteinaceous film which covers the teeth. Bacteria colonize on the teeth by adhering to the pellicle-coated...

plaque and saliva and reduce the binding of these to the acquired enamel pellicle. This in turn leads to less adherent plaque and a decrease in acid production...