{"id":78366,"date":"2025-06-26T14:07:40","date_gmt":"2025-06-26T14:07:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/?p=78366"},"modified":"2026-07-28T09:30:19","modified_gmt":"2026-07-28T09:30:19","slug":"what-causes-dental-plaque-how-is-it-treated","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/fr\/quelles-sont-les-causes-de-la-plaque-dentaire\/","title":{"rendered":"Quelles sont les causes de la plaque dentaire ? Comment est-elle trait\u00e9e ?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"78366\" class=\"elementor elementor-78366\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-79211fa2 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"79211fa2\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1bde57dd elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"1bde57dd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Key Takeaways<\/div>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6184efaf elementor-icon-list--layout-traditional elementor-list-item-link-full_width elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-list\" 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surfaces.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M504 256c0 136.967-111.033 248-248 248S8 392.967 8 256 119.033 8 256 8s248 111.033 248 248zM227.314 387.314l184-184c6.248-6.248 6.248-16.379 0-22.627l-22.627-22.627c-6.248-6.249-16.379-6.249-22.628 0L216 308.118l-70.059-70.059c-6.248-6.248-16.379-6.248-22.628 0l-22.627 22.627c-6.248 6.248-6.248 16.379 0 22.627l104 104c6.249 6.249 16.379 6.249 22.628.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Poor hygiene, sugary foods, and smoking accelerate plaque buildup.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M504 256c0 136.967-111.033 248-248 248S8 392.967 8 256 119.033 8 256 8s248 111.033 248 248zM227.314 387.314l184-184c6.248-6.248 6.248-16.379 0-22.627l-22.627-22.627c-6.248-6.249-16.379-6.249-22.628 0L216 308.118l-70.059-70.059c-6.248-6.248-16.379-6.248-22.628 0l-22.627 22.627c-6.248 6.248-6.248 16.379 0 22.627l104 104c6.249 6.249 16.379 6.249 22.628.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">If untreated, plaque hardens into tartar and causes gum disease.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M504 256c0 136.967-111.033 248-248 248S8 392.967 8 256 119.033 8 256 8s248 111.033 248 248zM227.314 387.314l184-184c6.248-6.248 6.248-16.379 0-22.627l-22.627-22.627c-6.248-6.249-16.379-6.249-22.628 0L216 308.118l-70.059-70.059c-6.248-6.248-16.379-6.248-22.628 0l-22.627 22.627c-6.248 6.248-6.248 16.379 0 22.627l104 104c6.249 6.249 16.379 6.249 22.628.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Brushing, flossing, and mouthwash help remove and prevent plaque.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M504 256c0 136.967-111.033 248-248 248S8 392.967 8 256 119.033 8 256 8s248 111.033 248 248zM227.314 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It is caused by the accumulation of bacteria and food debris. It is commonly seen in people who neglect oral hygiene, consume excessive sugary foods, or smoke. If left untreated, it hardens over time and turns into tartar. Both at-home and professional treatments are available. To prevent plaque buildup and avoid its progression into tartar, one should brush at least twice a day, use dental floss and mouthwash, avoid smoking, limit sugary foods, and undergo regular tartar cleanings.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/fr\/quelles-sont-les-causes-de-la-plaque-dentaire\/#What_Is_Dental_Plaque\" >What Is Dental Plaque?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/fr\/quelles-sont-les-causes-de-la-plaque-dentaire\/#What_Causes_Dental_Plaque\" >What Causes Dental Plaque?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/fr\/quelles-sont-les-causes-de-la-plaque-dentaire\/#Signs_of_Dental_Plaque\" >Signs of Dental Plaque<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/fr\/quelles-sont-les-causes-de-la-plaque-dentaire\/#Dangers_of_Dental_Plaque\" >Dangers of Dental Plaque<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/fr\/quelles-sont-les-causes-de-la-plaque-dentaire\/#How_to_Remove_Dental_Plaque\" >How to Remove Dental Plaque<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/fr\/quelles-sont-les-causes-de-la-plaque-dentaire\/#How_to_Prevent_Dental_Plaque\" >How to Prevent Dental Plaque<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/fr\/quelles-sont-les-causes-de-la-plaque-dentaire\/#Differences_Between_Plaque_and_Tartar\" >Differences Between Plaque and Tartar<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/fr\/quelles-sont-les-causes-de-la-plaque-dentaire\/#FAQ_About_Dental_Plaque\" >FAQ About Dental Plaque<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Dental_Plaque\"><\/span>What Is Dental Plaque?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Dental plaque is a sticky bacterial film that forms on the tooth surface, usually appearing colorless or light yellow. It results from the combination of saliva, food particles, and bacteria. When oral hygiene is inadequate, this film hardens over time and becomes tartar (calculus).<\/p><p>Plaque is not just a cosmetic issue\u2014it plays a major role in the development of gum disease and cavities. It is especially common along the gumline and between teeth. Fortunately, it can be managed with regular brushing and proper flossing.<\/p><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Causes_Dental_Plaque\"><\/span>What Causes Dental Plaque?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Dental plaque forms when naturally occurring bacteria in the mouth combine with saliva and food debris. Consuming carbohydrate-rich, sugary, or starchy foods feeds these bacteria and increases acid production. These acids damage the tooth enamel and allow the plaque layer to thicken.<\/p><p>Main causes of plaque buildup include:<\/p><ul><li>Poor oral hygiene<\/li><li>Irregular brushing<\/li><li>Not using dental floss<\/li><li>Excessive consumption of sugary and acidic foods<\/li><li>Smoking or tobacco use<\/li><li>Low saliva production<\/li><\/ul><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Signs_of_Dental_Plaque\"><\/span>Signs of Dental Plaque<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Plaque is difficult to detect in its early stages due to its transparent or pale appearance. However, as it accumulates, signs become more noticeable. These signs can cause both aesthetic discomfort and health problems. If not removed early, plaque may lead to gum problems, cavities, and eventually tartar formation.<\/p><p>Common signs of plaque include:<\/p><ul><li>Sticky feeling on teeth<\/li><li>Yellowing or dullness in tooth color<\/li><li>Redness or discoloration in gums<\/li><li>Gum bleeding<\/li><li>Bad breath<\/li><li>Metallic taste in the mouth<\/li><\/ul><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dangers_of_Dental_Plaque\"><\/span>Dangers of Dental Plaque<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>If not removed regularly, dental plaque can threaten not only the appearance of teeth but also oral and overall health. While it may seem harmless at first, this sticky bacterial film can eventually lead to serious dental and gum issues.<\/p><p>Major risks of plaque buildup:<\/p><ul><li>Tooth decay<\/li><li>Gum inflammation (gingivitis)<\/li><li>Periodontitis<\/li><li>Tartar formation<\/li><li>Bad breath<\/li><li>Aesthetic concerns<\/li><\/ul><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Remove_Dental_Plaque\"><\/span>How to Remove Dental Plaque<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Treatment begins with proper oral hygiene, particularly regular brushing. While plaque cannot be completely avoided, routine dental checkups and good oral care can significantly reduce its effects. Both home and professional treatment options are available.<\/p><p>Ways to remove plaque:<\/p><ul><li>Brush teeth at least twice a day<\/li><li>Use dental floss<\/li><li>Use mouthwash<\/li><li>Pay attention to tongue cleaning<\/li><li>Get tartar professionally cleaned<\/li><li>Consider fluoride treatments<\/li><li>Use specially formulated toothpaste<\/li><\/ul><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Prevent_Dental_Plaque\"><\/span>How to Prevent Dental Plaque<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>Preventing dental plaque is possible through proper oral care habits. Regular brushing, flossing, staying hydrated, avoiding smoking, and reducing sugar intake are key steps. Although plaque forms naturally, these daily routines can significantly reduce its development. The most important factor is consistency in these habits.<\/p><h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Differences_Between_Plaque_and_Tartar\"><\/span>Differences Between Plaque and Tartar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4><p>Although plaque and tartar are often mentioned together, they are different substances. Plaque is the initial stage\u2014soft and sticky\u2014while tartar is the hardened form that results from plaque left untreated. Understanding the difference is crucial for early intervention.<\/p><table><thead><tr><th>Feature<\/th><th>Dental Plaque<\/th><th>Dental Tartar (Calculus)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Structure<\/strong><\/td><td>Soft, sticky bacterial film<\/td><td>Hardened, mineralized plaque<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Removability<\/strong><\/td><td>Can be removed by brushing and flossing<\/td><td>Cannot be removed at home<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Treatment<\/strong><\/td><td>Daily oral hygiene<\/td><td>Professional dental cleaning<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ_About_Dental_Plaque\"><\/span>FAQ About Dental Plaque<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5dd93f0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"5dd93f0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;expanded&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-9840\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" open>\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-9840\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Which bacteria cause dental plaque? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-9840\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-085a4c3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"085a4c3\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-31817c0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"31817c0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Bacteria such as Streptococcus mutans and Porphyromonas gingivalis are commonly responsible. These bacteria convert sugars from food into acids, damaging tooth enamel.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-9841\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"2\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-9841\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What is dental plaque? How can plaque formation be prevented? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-9841\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-24c3c0e e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"24c3c0e\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fb3c6ee elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fb3c6ee\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Dental plaque is a colorless, sticky layer that forms on teeth. It is mainly caused by poor oral hygiene. Regular brushing, flossing, and mouthwash help prevent it.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-9842\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"3\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-9842\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What happens if dental plaque is not treated? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-9842\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b6a89f3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"b6a89f3\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c55067e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c55067e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Untreated plaque hardens into tartar, leading to gingivitis, periodontitis, and even tooth loss. It can also cause bad breath and cavities.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-9843\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"4\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-9843\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> How often should dental plaque be cleaned? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-9843\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ec34a75 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"ec34a75\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1992f30 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1992f30\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>To prevent plaque, brush twice daily, floss, and use mouthwash regularly. Professional tartar removal should be done every 6 months.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-9844\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"5\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-9844\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Who gets dental plaque? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-9844\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8cf0887 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"8cf0887\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e181f02 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e181f02\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Plaque can affect people of all ages. 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