Plaque is that filmy stuff that forms on teeth. Since it is caused by the breakdown of the foods we eat, plaque formation is a constant process. And that’s why we keep reminding our patients to brush and floss twice a day, at Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings.
The plaque process goes something like this:
Bacteria naturally occurs in the mouth. It will try to colonize on the smooth surfaces of your teeth.
At first, it will be soft enough to be removed with a fingernail. After 48 hours, it begins to harden. Give it 10 days and it will turn into that substance most difficult to remove, tartar.
This bacteria feed on sugars and produce acid that will eat away the tissues of the tooth and lead to cavities. Cavities will originate on the surface and spread on and through the tooth.
Brushing and flossing twice a day is your best defense against plaque. People from Lockwood, Billings Heights, and Laurel come to Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings for family and cosmetic dentistry, and so much more. Schedule your next appointment today!
Contact Neal C. Johnson DMD:
406-656-2700
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
176 S 32nd St W Ste 3
Billings, Montana
59102
