Dental plaque identification at home


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Dental plaque stain
Dental plaque stain
What the risks are

There may be a residual pink discoloration of the lips and cheeks when the disclosing tablets are used. This discoloration is temporary.


Special considerations

The disclosing tablets may color the mouth and tongue red for a day. It is suggested that it be used at night so that the color will be gone by morning.



Review Date: 08/12/2005
Reviewed By: Johanna Jacobs, D.D.S., General and Cosmetic Dentistry, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.


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