| D008875 |
Middle Aged |
An adult aged 45 - 64 years. |
Middle Age |
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| D009113 |
Muramidase |
A basic enzyme that is present in saliva, tears, egg white, and many animal fluids. It functions as an antibacterial agent. The enzyme catalyzes the hydrolysis of 1,4-beta-linkages between N-acetylmuramic acid and N-acetyl-D-glucosamine residues in peptidoglycan and between N-acetyl-D-glucosamine residues in chitodextrin. EC 3.2.1.17. |
Lysozyme,Leftose,N-Acetylmuramide Glycanhydrolase,Glycanhydrolase, N-Acetylmuramide,N Acetylmuramide Glycanhydrolase |
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| D010514 |
Periodontal Pocket |
An abnormal extension of a gingival sulcus accompanied by the apical migration of the epithelial attachment and bone resorption. |
Pocket, Periodontal,Periodontal Pockets,Pockets, Periodontal |
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| D010518 |
Periodontitis |
Inflammation and loss of connective tissues supporting or surrounding the teeth. This may involve any part of the PERIODONTIUM. Periodontitis is currently classified by disease progression (CHRONIC PERIODONTITIS; AGGRESSIVE PERIODONTITIS) instead of age of onset. (From 1999 International Workshop for a Classification of Periodontal Diseases and Conditions, American Academy of Periodontology) |
Pericementitis,Pericementitides,Periodontitides |
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| D002638 |
Chewing Gum |
A preparation of chicle, sometimes mixed with other plastic substances, sweetened and flavored. It is masticated usually for pleasure as a candy substitute but it sometimes acts as a vehicle for the administration of medication. |
Chewing Gums,Gum, Chewing,Gums, Chewing |
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| D003773 |
Dental Plaque |
A film that attaches to teeth, often causing DENTAL CARIES and GINGIVITIS. It is composed of MUCINS, secreted from salivary glands, and microorganisms. |
Plaque, Dental |
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| D006801 |
Humans |
Members of the species Homo sapiens. |
Homo sapiens,Man (Taxonomy),Human,Man, Modern,Modern Man |
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