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Last uploaded: March 22, 2026
Id http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D044622
http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D044622
Preferred Name

Dental Pellicle

Definitions
A thin protein film on the surface of DENTAL ENAMEL. It is widely believed to result from the selective adsorption of precursor proteins present in SALIVA onto tooth surfaces, and to reduce microbial adherence to the TEETH.
Synonyms
Salivary Acquired Pellicle
Acquired Pellicle, Salivary
Enamel Pellicle
Pellicle, Dental
Pellicle, Salivary Acquired
Pellicle, Salivary
Pellicle, Enamel
Salivary Pellicle
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