Periodontal inflammation is most commonly triggered by bacteria present in excessive accumulations of dental plaque (biofilm) on tooth surfaces. This disease is driven by disproportionate host ...

Calcium buildup—also called calcium deposits, tartar, or calculus—are hardened patches of plaque that form on the teeth. Plaque is a sticky film that coats teeth and contains bacteria. If plaque is ...

While camo patterns and high-performance outerwear tend to get all the glory, the base layer is the real hero of hunting apparel. Whether sitting still for hours in a deer stand or hiking miles ...

Its cleansing properties make it ideal for keeping your mouth clean. One study found that toothpaste containing baking soda is effective at removing plaque biofilm. In another study, researchers found ...

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SINGAPORE, Sept 17 (Reuters) - The world's ozone layer is on "the road to long-term recovery" despite a destructive volcanic eruption in the South Pacific, the World Meteorological Organization ...

The power of trace gases "We've long known that the ozone layer is sensitive to various trace gases, even at low concentrations," says Brühl. In the 1970s, for example, Crutzen warned that ...

Despite an internal investigation, which not only recovered the plaque but also identified and “disciplined” the staff responsible, the plaque has been left in storage rather than being ...