16/10/2026
🦷🩷 PLAQUE vs. TARTAR: WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?
Ever wondered why brushing alone isn’t always enough to remove those stubborn deposits on your teeth? 👀🪥
Let’s talk about PLAQUE and TARTAR!
🦠 DENTAL PLAQUE
Plaque is a sticky biofilm containing bacteria that continuously forms on your teeth.
✅ Can be removed through effective brushing and interdental cleaning.
⚠️ When not properly removed, plaque can contribute to tooth decay and gum inflammation (gingivitis).
🦷 TARTAR (DENTAL CALCULUS)
Tartar forms when dental plaque becomes mineralized and hardens on tooth surfaces.
❌ Cannot be effectively removed by regular brushing or flossing.
⚠️ Creates a rough surface where more plaque can accumulate, making daily oral hygiene more difficult.
👩⚕️ Requires professional dental instruments for removal.
💡 DID YOU KNOW?
Tartar itself isn’t the sole cause of gum disease. Bacterial plaque is the primary initiating factor in plaque-induced gingivitis, while tartar contributes by retaining more plaque.
🩷 HOW CAN YOU PREVENT TARTAR BUILDUP?
🪥 Brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste.
🧵 Clean between your teeth regularly.
💗 Pay special attention to areas near your gumline.
🦷 Have professional dental cleaning when recommended by your dentist.
📅 Follow a dental checkup schedule based on your oral health needs.
✨ REMEMBER:
Brushing helps remove plaque, but once it hardens into tartar, professional cleaning is needed.
Healthy gums and teeth start with consistent daily care! 🩷
📍 VISIT MARQUEZ DENTAL CLINIC
🦷 Wawa Branch
Wawa, Balagtas, Bulacan
🦷 Mapulang Lupa Branch
Mapulang Lupa, Pandi, Bulacan
📞 For inquiries and appointments:
0917 147 9494 (Globe)
0962 587 7946 (Smart)
📚 Evidence-based references:
American Dental Association (ADA) | National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) | 2017 World Workshop on Periodontal Diseases
