materia alba

ma·te·ri·a al·'ba

accumulation or aggregation of microorganisms, desquamated epithelial cells, blood cells, and food debris loosely adherent to surfaces of plaques, teeth, gingiva or dental appliances. [L. white matter]

ma·te·ri·a al·ba

(mă-tē'rē-ă al'bă) Accumulation or aggregation of microorganisms, desquamated epithelial cells, blood cells, and food debris loosely adherent to surfaces of plaques, teeth, gingiva, or dental appliances. [L. white matter]

ma·te·ri·a al·ba

(mă-tē'rē-ă al'bă) Accumulation or aggregation of microorganisms, desquamated epithelial cells, blood cells, and food debris loosely adherent to surfaces of plaques, teeth, gingiva or dental appliances. [L. white matter]