distinction: soft dental plaque can be removed at home, but hardened plaque—called tartar or calculus—cannot be safely removed with ordinary brushing or natural remedies. Tartar generally requires professional dental cleaning. American Dental Association
So, what can you do in just five minutes to improve your oral hygiene? Here is a simple routine you can start today.
What Is Dental Plaque, and Why Does It Build Up?
Dental plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that constantly forms on the surfaces of your teeth.
When bacteria in plaque feed on sugars
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