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Plaque vs. Tartar
Plaque
/plɑːk/Examples:
The scientist received a plaque for her pioneering research.My dentist noted a buildup of plaque on my teeth.The historic site had a bronze plaque detailing its significance.
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This word has no antonymsTartar
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She tasted the sharp tang of tartar sauce on her fish.The dentist examined his teeth for signs of tartar buildup.A tartar-like glaze coated the pottery, reminiscent of ancient ceramics.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Tartar is a hard deposit that forms on the teeth and is difficult to remove without professional help.
- Plaque is soft and can be removed with regular brushing and flossing before it hardens into tartar.
- Tartar is the result of untreated plaque that has had time to calcify or harden.
- Plaque is the main cause of cavities and gum disease if not removed regularly.
- Remember, plaque is the precursor to tartar.
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