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2. Streptococcus mutans - Wikipedia

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   S. mutans often live in dental plaque, hence mechanical removal of plaque is an effective way of getting rid of them. [36] The best toothbrushing technique to reduce plaque build up, decreasing caries risk, is the modified Bass technique. Brushing twice daily can help decrease the caries risk. [37]

3. Remineralisation of teeth - Wikipedia

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   Oral hygiene practices involve the mechanical removal of plaque from hard tissue surfaces [24] Cariogenic bacteria levels in the plaque determine whether caries will occur or not, therefore, effective removal of plaque is paramount. [25] The removal of plaque inhibits demineralisation of teeth, and increases opportunities for remineralization.

4. Hydrated silica - Wikipedia

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   Diatomaceous earth, originally mined as "tooth powder" is a naturally occurring hydrated silica. As a fine gel abrasive, frequently combined with softer calcium carbonate (from chalk) it helps to remove plaque. Milled to a slightly larger size, the grains are more aggressive and are used in tooth bleaching formulations. [4]

5. Teeth whitening: What is it, how to do it safely and how to ...

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   "Adding baking soda helps remove plaque, balance your mouth's pH level and helps whiten teeth," she says. "Plaque builds up on your teeth from bacteria after eating, but brushing regularly and the ...

6. Dental floss - Wikipedia

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   Dental floss (waxed) Levi Spear Parmly (1790-1859), [4] a dentist from New Orleans, is credited with inventing the first form of dental floss. [5] In 1819, he recommended running a waxen silk thread "through the interstices of the teeth, between their necks and the arches of the gum, to dislodge that irritating matter which no brush can remove and which is the real source of disease."

7. Teeth cleaning - Wikipedia

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   Teeth cleaning is part of oral hygiene and involves the removal of dental plaque from teeth with the intention of preventing cavities (dental caries), gingivitis, and periodontal disease. People routinely clean their own teeth by brushing and interdental cleaning , and dental hygienists can remove hardened deposits ( tartar ) not removed by ...