Plaque detection. Plaque on a male dental patient's teeth being revealed by a disclosing tablet. The tablet contains a dye that binds to plaque when the tablet is chewed. After rinsing,the teeth are examined to identify areas of high plaque build-up. Plaque is a sticky substance comprising millions of bacteria,which collects around and between the teeth. It is a major cause of tooth decay and gum disease. The use of disclosing tablets can help improve brushing and flossing of teeth by highlighting missed areas | |
Licence : | Droits gérés |
Crédit: | Science Photo Library / Thomas, Mark |
Taille de l’image : | 4655 px × 3789 px |
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