Question 1

what is the name of the bacteria that causes dental plaque?

Accepted Answer

Strep mutans is one : There are many, but strep mutans is the one that causes cavities. There are many that cause periodontal disease.

Question 2

does a tongue ring lead to more dental plaque?

Accepted Answer

No, but...: The presence of a tongue ring does not generally contribute to the accumulation of additional dental plaque on the teeth. However, it does raise the risk of tongue infection, sensitivity reactions to the ring in contacting tissues, and chipping of the teeth, especially the lower front teeth, which are particularly difficult to repair well. Tongue rings are not good for oral health.

Question 3

expert opinions? what does a good job of getting rid of hard to reach dental plaque?

Accepted Answer

There are: There are lots of techniques and lots of aids available at local pharmacies. Discuss this in person with your dentist or dental hygienist who  can advise what would be best for you to use and show you how to use it.

Question 4

what do dentists do to remove dental plaque?

Accepted Answer

Cleaning: Use of an ultrasonic cleaning instrument works really well.

Question 5

i need some tips on how to get rid of dental plaque?

Accepted Answer

Brush ; Floss: Brushing and flossing should do the trick. If you have hardened plaque (called calculus), you will need to have it removed by your dentist.

Question 6

what to do about dental plaque (or something else) on my teeth?

Accepted Answer

See your dentist: Who can evaluate your dental problems, and help you understand the cause, prevention and treatment necessary. You will need to take some responsibility for maintaining a health mouth.

Question 7

what should an alternative health practitioner want with dental plaque?

Accepted Answer

Bacteria type: Determination of what bacteria and chemistry is in this plaque and how you can counter the damaging effect.  This is a complex way of coming to the simple solution of brushing the plaque off of the teeth.

Question 8

i was just wondering how and why does dental plaque form on human teeth?

Accepted Answer

Instantaneously : Less than a second after you stop brushing an aquired  pellicle starts to form on your teeth.This is the nodus or seed of plaque formation.

Question 9

apart from visiting the dentist every 6 months is there anything i can do about dental plaque build-up?

Accepted Answer

Oral hygience: Brush your teeth regularly (at least twice per day, preferably after meals) and floss.

Question 10

what's dental plaque made of?

Accepted Answer

By products: Plaque consists of food debris, bacteria, and dead cells that have become detached from the mucosa in the mouth.

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