The Acquired Enamel Pellicle of Human Teeth.

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Abstract:

The literature concerning the chemical composition and physical properties of the acquired organic integuments pellicle of human enamel was reviewed and the findings summarized. The source, mode of formation, and function of the acquired pellicle are discussed, including the various theories which have been proposed and the questions which still remain unanswered. Author

Author(s):
Mayhall, Clyde W.
Author Organization(s):
SCHOOL OF AEROSPACE MEDICINE BROOKS AFB TEX
Descriptive Note:
Final rept. Jul 69-May 71,
Pagination:
0037

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

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Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
SAM-Review-5-71, SAM-TR-71-27
Task Number(s):
775512
Project Number(s):
AF-7755
 Subject Terms
Communities of Interest:
No COI(s) Identified
Descriptor(s):
(*TEETH, CHEMICAL PROPERTIES), DENTISTRY, PHYSICAL PROPERTIES, CALCIFICATION, HUMANS, BACTERIA, SALIVA, AMINO ACIDS, PROTEINS, SURFACES
Field(s)/Group(s):
Medicine and Medical Research
Keyword(s):
*ENAMEL(DENTAL)
Report Date:
1971 Aug 01