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2. The best floss, according to experts and editors - AOL

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   Dental floss is regarded as the gold standard for removing plaque between the teeth where a toothbrush can’t reach, according to Hewlett. Moursi also added that most flossing research studies ...

3. Calculus (dental) - Wikipedia

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   Plaque and calculus deposits are a major etiological factor in the development and progression of oral disease. An important part of the scope of practice of a dental hygienist is the removal of plaque and calculus deposits. This is achieved through the use of specifically designed instruments for debridement of tooth surfaces.

4. Dental plaque - Wikipedia

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   Progression and build-up of dental plaque can give rise to tooth decay – the localised destruction of the tissues of the tooth by acid produced from the bacterial degradation of fermentable sugar – and periodontal problems such as gingivitis and periodontitis; [3] hence it is important to disrupt the mass of bacteria and remove it. [4 ...

5. Scaling and root planing - Wikipedia

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   Scaling and root planing, also known as conventional periodontal therapy, non-surgical periodontal therapy or deep cleaning, is a procedure involving removal of dental plaque and calculus (scaling or debridement) and then smoothing, or planing, of the (exposed) surfaces of the roots, removing cementum or dentine that is impregnated with calculus, toxins, or microorganisms, [1] the agents that ...

6. 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 ...

7. Use These Dentist-Approved Water Flossers for Squeaky Clean Teeth

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   Obviously there are benefits to flossing, like removing debris and plaque from between your teeth, helping to prevent gum disease and reducing the likelihood of bad breath (to name just a few ...