Disclosing tablets
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disclosing-tablets-189-13206414
title:
Disclosing tablets
text:
Disclosing tablets are chewable tablets that make dental plaque visible. The tablets, sold over the counter in many countries, contain a dye that stains the plaque a bright color. After brushing, one chews a tablet and rinses. Colored stains on the teeth indicate areas where plaque remains after brushing, providing feedback to improve brushing technique. For self-examination, a dental mirror may be needed. More sophisticated varieties of plaque disclosing agents contain several dyes, which selec
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wiki
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encyclopedia
description:
Chewable tablets showing dental plaque
original url:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disclosing_tablets
date created:
2010-08-19T17:24:12Z
date modified:
2024-09-09T08:10:35Z
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