plombage

Definitions of plombage
  1. noun
    (dentistry) a filling consisting of a solid substance (as gold or porcelain) fitted to a cavity in a tooth and cemented into place
    synonyms: incrustation
  2. noun
    (dentistry) a dental appliance consisting of any of various substances (as metal or plastic) inserted into a prepared cavity in a tooth
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    types:
    incrustation
    (dentistry) a filling consisting of a solid substance (as gold or porcelain) fitted to a cavity in a tooth and cemented into place
    type of:
    accessoire dentaire
    a device to repair teeth or replace missing teeth
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