What Is Plaque And Tartar?

What is Plaque?

How to Get Rid of Plaque

To prevent the buildup of plaque, be sure to floss once a day and brush your teeth at least twice a day with a fluoride, anti-plaque toothpaste.

Use a quality toothbrush, such as any manual or rechargeable toothbrush and remember to replace it every three months or as soon as the bristles look worn.

Adding a mouth rinse to your routine provides 24-hour* protection against plaque and gingivitis.

Eating well-balanced meals and brushing after snacks will also reduce the formation of plaque. Visit your dentist regularly for oral exams and cleanings, during which he or she will scrape away any accumulated and hardened plaque (otherwise known as tartar) with a special instrument.
 

 

Tartar Buildup

Causes of Tartar Buildup

When plaque accumulates and is not removed from teeth, it can harden and turn into tartar. Because tartar bonds strongly to enamel, it can only be removed by a dental professional.

Preventing Tartar Buildup

You can avoid tartar buildup by removing plaque. To help prevent the build up of plaque, be sure to brush your teeth at least twice daily, preferably with a plaque-fighting fluoride toothpaste such as Crest Pro-Health Toothpaste, and floss once a day with a product like Glide Deep Clean Floss. Be sure to visit your dentist regularly for dental exams and cleanings.  
 

Tartar Buildup

Causes of Tartar Buildup

When plaque accumulates and is not removed from teeth, it can harden and turn into tartar. Because tartar bonds strongly to enamel, it can only be removed by a dental professional.

Preventing Tartar Buildup

You can avoid tartar buildup by removing plaque. To help prevent the build up of plaque, be sure to brush your teeth at least twice daily, preferably with a plaque-fighting fluoride toothpaste and floss once a day. Be sure to visit your dentist regularly for dental exams and cleanings.  

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