What is Plaque?

Plaque is a sticky, colorless deposit of bacteria that is constantly forming on the tooth surface. Saliva, food and fluids combine to produce these deposits that collect where the teeth and gums meet. Plaque buildup is the primary factor in periodontal (gum) disease, including gingivitis.

How to Get Rid of Plaque

To help prevent plaque buildup, be sure to brush your teeth at least twice a day with an anti-plaque toothpaste such as Crest Pro-Health Toothpaste for around the clock protection against plaque buildup, and floss once a day.

Adding a mouth rinse such as Crest Pro-Health Multi-Protection Rinse to your routine can help against plaque buildup, without the burning sensation of alcohol. Eating well-balanced meals and brushing after snacks will reduce the formation of plaque. Visit your dental office regularly for oral exams and cleanings, during which your dental professional will scrape away any accumulated plaque with a special instrument.

Above article from: Crest.com

Ivan K. Salmons, DDS  
1855 Indian Hills Drive   
Sioux City, IA 51104   
(712) 239-5900   
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Gum Disease Treatment

The Primary Cause of Lost Teeth
 
Gum disease is a sneaky destroyer of teeth, and it causes more tooth loss than simple decay does. In fact, you might not notice gum disease right up until you lose your teeth. So how do you know if you’re in trouble? Symptoms include bleeding gums when you brush or floss and loose or shifting teeth. Already infected? Don’t worry. If you’ve been informed you need gum surgery, you will be thrilled to discover that it’s now possible to control gum disease with an assortment of non-surgical methods.

Ivan K. Salmons, DDS  
1855 Indian Hills Drive   
Sioux City, IA 51104   
(712) 454-7214   
SiouxCityDentist.com