Dental plaque is the colorless film that coats the enamel of the teeth; it is made of harmful bacteria from food particles left inside the mouth. It is the bacteria in the plaque that causes swollen gums and other forms of gum disease and the most common are tooth decay and tooth loss.
Poor oral hygiene is the premier reason why plaque is possible. Plaque are usually formed in between the teeth and the gumline, and if not removed they can produce toxins that irritate the gums causing it to be inflamed.
Therefore, eliminating plaque is one of way of reducing the risk of swollen gums and gum disease. Untreated or delaying the treatment can cause further pain and discomfort and can lead to more serious dental conditions. Controlling the build up of plaque means controlling inflammation and swollen gums for toxic production are stopped or not, removed. Eliminating plaque can be achieved with proper oral hygiene and combined with proper diet, regular dental check ups and using natural oral health care products.