Have you ever felt your teeth and noticed they’re kind of sticky or fuzzy? That’s called plaque, and it’s a little troublemaker that loves to hang out on your teeth!
What Is Plaque?
Plaque is a sticky film made of tiny germs called bacteria. These bacteria are so small you can’t see them, but they’re always working! When you eat food, especially sugary or starchy foods like candy, cookies, or even bread, the bacteria in plaque eat those tiny bits of food left on your teeth. Then, they produce acid—and that’s where the trouble begins!
Why Is Plaque Bad?
Plaque might seem harmless, but it can cause big problems if we don’t clean it off! Here’s why:
- Cavities – The acid from plaque slowly wears away your teeth, making tiny holes called cavities. If cavities get too big, a dentist has to fix them!
- Gum Problems – Plaque doesn’t just stick to teeth—it also builds up near your gums. This can make them red, puffy, and sore (that’s called gingivitis!).
- Bad Breath – Plaque and bacteria love to stick around when teeth aren’t cleaned properly, and they can make your breath smell not-so-fresh! 😷
How Can We Stop Plaque?
Plaque is always forming, but we can stop it before it causes trouble! Here’s how:
- Brush your teeth every day! (Using Willo makes it super easy!)
- Floss to get the tiny food bits between your teeth where plaque loves to hide.
- Eat healthy foods like crunchy apples and carrots—they help scrub away plaque naturally!
- Visit the dentist so they can check for plaque and cavities.
How Willo Helps
Brushing can be tricky, and sometimes a regular toothbrush doesn’t reach every spot. That’s where Willo comes in! Willo cleans all the hard-to-reach places, removing 7x more plaque than manual brushing. That means stronger teeth, healthier gums, and no more worries about plaque! 😁
Make brushing easy and fun—let Willo do the work for you!
