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Plaque

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    • What Causes Artery Plaque?

      Coronary heart disease is a term used to describe many heart-related conditions. One of these is blocked arteries, a condition where the walls of an artery have become blocked with plaque. There are various causes of artery plaque buildup and ways to prevent the condition. more »

    • How Does Plaque Affect the Teeth?

      Plaque is a film of biological organism made up almost completely of bacteria, including Streptococcus. This film of bacteria slowly starts to build layers on your teeth, causing dental problems and irritations. more »

    • How to Clean Plaque From Your Teeth

      Plaque is a sticky layer of material that begins forming on the teeth as soon as four hours after brushing. Plaque contains bacteria that can cause tooth decay and gum inflammation or gingivitis. When plaque is not removed often enough, it eventually calcifies into tartar, which causes gum disease. Tartar can be removed only by a... more »

    • Signs of Gingivitis

      Gingivitis is a condition of the gums that causes them to become swollen, sensitive and bleed easily. Gingivitis is a very common dental problem. It is brought about by bacteria and, while not serious, if it is not looked after, it can lead to much more serious problems. more »

    • Home Remedy For Inflamed Gums

      If you have inflamed gums, it's time to try one of a number of home remedies. A mild case of inflamed gums, also known as gingivitis, can often be remedied without an expensive and unpleasant visit to the dentist. Of course, more serious cases should be treated by a medical professional. more »

    Plaque Quick Guides

    • Teeth Cleaning

      Regular teeth cleaning is an important part of overall dental health to prevent problems such as...

    • Preventing Gingivitis

      Gingivitis is an affliction of the gums and teeth that causes bleeding, inflammation, and...

    • Cavities

      Cavities are the most frequently diagnosed problems with teeth around the world and can lead to...

    • Causes & Prevention of Periodontal Disease

      Periodontal disease can start from a simple gum inflammation but can lead to major damage of...

    Plaque Articles

    • How to Prevent Plaque

      A beautiful smile is attractive and a sign of proper oral hygiene. Although it takes work, the results of your efforts will be healthy white... more »

    • How Is Plaque Detected?

      Plaque is a thin film that builds up on the teeth. Plaque is formed by bacteria and other microorganisms. These bacteria are not in themselves... more »

    • How to Create a Plaque

      Presenting your employees with plaques that recognize their individual or group accomplishments is a reliable method for improving employee morale... more »

    • How to Remove Plaque

      Plaque--that layer of living and dead bacteria that covers your teeth in a sticky film--isn't just a nuisance: an abundance of plaque on your... more »

    • How to Detect Plaque

      Because it is nearly colorless, plaque can be hard to see with the naked eye. It is difficult enough to detect on the front surfaces of teeth, but... more »

    Wikipedia

    Plaque

    Plaque or placque may refer to:

    (Not to be confused with plague)

    * Commemorative plaque, a flat ornamental plate or tablet fixed to a wall, used to mark a significant event, person, etc.
    * Memorial Plaque, issued to next-of-kin of dead British military personnel after World War I
    * Plaque, a rectangular Casino token
    * Plaque, a thin layer of one metal, such as gold or silver, onto the surface of another

    In biology:
    * Dental plaque, a biofilm that builds up on teeth
    *Atheromatous plaque, a buildup of white blood cell (sometimes termed fatty, despite absence of adipocytes) deposits within the wall of an artery
    * Mucoid plaque, a supposed thick coating of abnormal mucous material in the colon
    * Viral plaque, a visible structure formed by virus propagation within a cell culture
    * Senile plaques, an extracellular protein buildup implicated in various diseases like Alzheimers disease or Parkinsons disease
    *Plaque (dermatology) as in broad papule
    * Pleural plaque, pleural fibrosis, often caused by exposure to asbestos

    See also
    * Placard, a poster
    * Plack, an ancient Sco coin

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