dental plaque
bacterial plaque

Learn what causes dental plaque and five ways to prevent it.

Thus, this species may not be confined to dental plaque.

They also might slow the buildup of dental plaque.

Dental plaque is a bacterial film on the teeth.

These bacteria, along with proteins and food byproducts, form a sticky film called dental plaque.

Studies have also shown that the most common strain of bacteria found in dental plaque may cause blood clots.

It has been shown to be effective in preventing dental plaque and reducing gingivitis.

See also dental plaque identification procedure and removal.

In dentistry, calculus or tartar is a form of hardened dental plaque.

Dental plaque is a common example of oral biofilms.

Sometimes there could be a gingivitis under the full dentures, which is caused by accumulation of dental plaque.

A dynamic equilibrium exists between dental plaque bacteria and the innate host defense system.

Some clinicians believe that a reservoir of H. pylori in dental plaque can affect the result.

Like most mouthwashes, they freshen breath and help reduce dental plaque and gum disease.

It is also used in dental disclosing tablets as a stain to show dental plaque on teeth.

Disclosing tablets are chewable tablets used to make dental plaque visible.

A self-examination for dental plaque is done using a product that stains the plaque on your teeth.

Dental plaque is a biofilm, usually a pale yellow, that develops naturally on the teeth.

He discovered dental plaque.

This quality is significant because adherence is bacteria's first step in forming dental plaque, the film that accumulates on teeth.

He has patented a Dental plaque brush for bridges and Expandable litter apparatus.

Another test not yet approved relies on detecting the genes of the bacteria in samples of dental plaque or stool.

Dental plaque is rich in dextrans.

Dental brushing and flossing represent simple, cost-effective approaches to bacterial dental plaque control.