Dental Plaque

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Dental Plaque
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Dental Plaque

• Dental plaque is a sticky or a colorless film
  which regularly produces in between and on the
  surface of the teeth. It is a kind of biofilm
  that is made up of microorganisms such as
  streptococcus mutans and other bacteria.This
  condition may be developed on teeth above the gum
  line, below the gum line on the roots of teeth
  and along the gum line.If dental plaque
  accumulates and is not extracted, it can harden
  and turn into calculus or tartar.

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What does it lead to?

• After having a meal, the bacteria in plaque
  extract acids which further targets the enamel
  surfaces of teeth, especially above and below the
  gum line and in between the teeth. Repeated acid
  attacks increasingly erode the enamel, finally
  causing tooth decay and cavities.When it is
  placed under the gum line, the associated buildup
  of bacteria and tartar can cause irritation and
  inflammation of the gum tissue and can even lead
  to the further development of gingivitis and gum
  disease. Irritated and inflamed gums seem to be
  red and may even bleed.Regular plaque
  accumulation can contribute to structural rupture
  of your teeth and the bone supporting the teeth
  and gums.

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How can anyone extract Dental Plaque?

• If your gums appear healthy with no inflammation
  or redness then twice daily brushing and proper
  daily flossing will tear the plaque that
  naturally accumulates on your teeth.One can
  brush with fluoride-based toothpaste can help to
  extract dental plaque from the surfaces of your
  teeth and floss or interdental cleaners will help
  to remove it between your teeth.If one finds
  that his gums are red and inflamed, or that they
  bleed after he brushes his teeth, it is important
  that dentist should be visited.Early
  periodontitis and gingivitis can be controlled by
  regular professional teeth cleanings and more
  diligent brushing and flossing at home.If your
  dental professional finds an over production of
  plaque and calculus under the gum line then a
  procedure called root planning will be
  necessary.This non-surgical procedure is used
  to extract plaque and calculus from around the
  roots of teeth and in the gum pockets.

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Prevention

• The best way to avoid the buildup of dental
  plaque is with regular brushing and flossing at
  home. The best way to avoid a production of
  calculus is through regular visits to your dental
  professional for check-ups and cleanings.Keep
  the following suggestions in mind
• Avoid sugary and starchy snacks.
• Eat a balanced diet.
• Refrain from using tobacco products.
• Limit the number of snacks you eat throughout the
  day.
• Brush your teeth 2 times a day using
  fluoride-based toothpaste.

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