Question

Cheese-like material composed of food particles, desquamated epithelial cells, leukocytes, and microbes, which can be easily displaced with water spray, is known as:

• A. Materia alba
• B. Pellicle
• C. Calculus
• D. Acquired plaque

Hint:

Materia alba can be easily removed with water spray and is often found in areas where plaque has accumulated.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Materia alba is a cheese-like material that forms on teeth and is composed of food particles, desquamated epithelial cells, leukocytes, and microbes. It can be easily displaced with a water spray and is often found in areas of the mouth where plaque accumulates.
Pellicle is a thin film that forms on teeth shortly after they have been cleaned, while calculus (also known as tartar) is a hardened form of plaque that can only be removed by a dental professional. Acquired plaque refers to plaque that forms on teeth due to poor oral hygiene habits.