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What can happen if plaque is not removed from the teeth?
If bacteria deposits from plaque on teeth aren’t removed through regular brushing and flossing, they can cause tooth decay, gum disease, and tartar buildup.
Can plaque on teeth make you sick?
When you suffer from plaque, which is caused by bacteria building up on your teeth and causing inflammation, it’s not just your teeth that are in danger; your whole body could suffer as a result.
Can plaque from teeth harm the heart?
Poor dental health increases the risk of a bacterial infection in the blood stream, which can affect the heart valves. Oral health may be particularly important if you have artificial heart valves.
How does plaque affect the body?
Over time, plaque hardens and narrows your arteries. This limits the flow of oxygen-rich blood to your organs and other parts of your body. Atherosclerosis can lead to serious problems, including heart attack, stroke, or even death.
Can plaque from teeth clog arteries?
The plaque that forms on your teeth is the same type of plaque that builds up in your arteries and causes heart disease. Plaque buildup in your arteries becomes a serious problem when the buildup of plaque on the walls of your arteries narrows them and restricts blood flow. A complete blockage can cause a heart attack.
Which teeth are connected to the heart?
Heart – Upper and lower third molars (wisdom teeth) Bladder –Upper and lower incisors.
What kills dental plaque?
Floss, floss, floss. No matter how good you are with a toothbrush, dental floss is the only way to remove plaque between your teeth and keep tartar out of these hard-to-reach areas. Rinse daily. Use an antiseptic mouthwash daily to help kill bacteria that cause plaque.
How does plaque affect teeth?
Plaque causes cavities because the acid within it attacks the enamel of your teeth after you eat. If the plaque is left long enough on your teeth, it can break through the enamel giving the cavity a sticky place to take hold. Plaque irritates your gums and can cause your gums to start to recede.
How do you reduce plaque?
Plaque and tarter can be reduced by good oral hygiene habits including: brushing twice a day, regular flossing, use of mouth wash, etc. Some foods also decrease plaque. Fruits, such as apples, mechanically remove plaque.
What does plaque do to your teeth?
Dental plaque is one of your mouth’s greatest enemies. When plaque builds up on your teeth, it eats away at the enamel, causing cavities and decay. In addition, bacteria from plaque can cause bad breath and turn your teeth yellow.
What to know about tartar removal?
Floss once a day. Plaque can build up between your teeth,where it’s hard to remove simply by brushing.