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Dental plaque
Dental plaques are dense films that may collect over the surface of the teeth. The films are composed of bacteria that gather and attach to the tooth enamel over time.
Dr. Robert Kwokreviewed this
Pediatrics 33 years experience
How long it usually lasts:
Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)
How common is it?
Very common
Very common | Extremely rare | Very rare | Rare | Common | Very common |
| Baby0-2 | Very common | ||||
| Toddler3-5 | Very common | ||||
| Preteen6-13 | Very common | ||||
| Teenager14-18 | Very common | ||||
| Young adult19-40 | Very common | ||||
| Middle-aged adult41-60 | Very common | ||||
| Senior60+ | Very common |
How it can usually be treated?
Can be cured with medical treatment
How is it usually diagnosed?
Requires diagnosis by a medical professional
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