Plaque Disclosing Tablets

Disclosing tablets are chewable tablets used to make dental plaque visible.

The tablets, sold over-the-counter in the United States, contain a dye (typically a vegetable dye) that stains plaque a bright color (typically red). 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.

3 Comments to Plaque Disclosing Tablets

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   Always makes me think of Pete & Pete
William on May 14th, 2012
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   We did this in grade school every year!
D A B on June 3rd, 2012
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   We used to get these at the dentist then prank our friends at school with them – telling them they were candy.
Sarah on June 11th, 2012

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