Plaque is a layer of bacteria which is forming on the teeth 24 hours a day; it makes the teeth feel \u2018fuzzy\u2019 to the tongue and is more noticeable when the teeth are not brushed.<\/p>\n
Plaque is harmful to the teeth and gums because it lives off of the food left on our teeth and produces acid as a result. Over time this acid can start to destroy the enamel on the teeth causing decay. The plaque bacteria can also work its way under the gums causing a breakdown of the bone supporting the tooth. It can also cause bad breath.<\/p>\n
To prevent plaque build up it is important to brush your teeth at least twice a day with fluoride toothpaste paying particular attention to the junction where the teeth and gums meet.<\/p>\n
Cleaning between the teeth is important to remove the plaque and food debris that can accumulate here and cause decay between the teeth.<\/p>\n
Finally, seeing a dentist and hygienist<\/a> regularly for check-ups and cleans every 6 months will ensure that you keep your teeth as long as possible. Visit our Buckinghamshire dental practice<\/a> based in Princes risborough.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Plaque is a layer of bacteria which is forming on the teeth. It is harmful to the teeth and gums, causing decay and gum disease.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-204","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-dental_information"],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t