Is It Growing In Your Mouth?

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Plaque is that filmy stuff that forms on teeth. Since it is caused by the breakdown of the foods we eat, plaque formation is a constant process. And that’s why we keep reminding our patients to brush and floss twice a day, at The Fort Collins Dentist.

The Plaque Process

Bacteria naturally occurs in the mouth. It will try to colonize on the smooth surfaces of your teeth. At first, it will be soft enough to be removed with a fingernail.

After 48 hours, however, it begins to harden. Give it 10 days and it will turn into that substance most difficult to remove: tartar.

This bacteria feeds on sugars and produces acid that will eat away at the tissues of the tooth and lead to cavities. Cavities will originate on the surface and spread through the tooth.

Brushing and flossing twice a day is your best defense against plaque. People from Loveland, Timnath, Wellington, and Windsor come to The Fort Collins Dentist for general and cosmetic dentistry, and so much more. Request your appointment today!

Contact The Fort Collins Dentist Family & Implant Dentistry:

970-221-5115

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

2001 S Shields St Bldg L
Fort Collins, Colorado
80526

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