Question 1

what are the symptoms of dental plaque and how can i address them?

Accepted Answer

Plaque: Daily flossing is the best way to avoid buildup of plaque.  Regular dental visits are also helpful.

Question 2

how do dental plaque and tartar differ?

Accepted Answer

Calcification: Tartar, or calculus, is dental plaque that has hardened or calcified because the plaque hasn't been properly disrupted or removed by brushing and flossing.

Question 3

what do dentists do to remove dental plaque?

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

Question 4

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 5

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

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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 6

how do you help presumed dental plaque?

Accepted Answer

Dental plaque: Treatment for dental plaque will reduce the risk for dental caries (cavities) and gingivitis. Regular brushing and flossing reduces that chance that plaque will damage the tooth enamel. Professional dental cleaning removes plaque and tartar that cannot be removed by brushing and flossing. Professional cleaning, performed once or twice a year, can prevent the build-up of plaque.

Question 7

how do i eliminate dental plaque, what to do?

Accepted Answer

Dental Plaque: Dental plaque is soft and easily removed with proper and adequate tooth brushing and flossing. When it becomes hard and is called calculus or tartar, it needs to be removed by a dentist or dental hygienist.

Question 8

what is the definition or description of: dental plaque?

Accepted Answer

Dental Plaque: A biofilm of bacteria that forms on surfaces within the mouth.

Question 9

can you tell me what scaling (removal of dental plaque) involve?

Accepted Answer

Removing calculus: Scaling of the teeth involves using sharp instruments to remove hardened plaque from your teeth. The dentist or dental hygienists uses scalers to remove this hard substance from the teeth. Only by having a professional cleaning are you able to remove this calculus from your teeth. It is not something you can do yourself.

Question 10

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.

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