Plaque: meaning, definitions and examples

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plaque

 

[ plรฆk ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

dental care

A sticky film of bacteria that forms on teeth, causing tooth decay and gum disease.

Synonyms

bacterial plaque, biofilm, dental plaque

Examples of usage

  • Regular brushing and flossing can help remove plaque from your teeth.
  • If plaque is not removed, it can harden into tartar, which can only be removed by a dentist.
  • Plaque buildup can lead to cavities and periodontal disease.
  • Visiting your dentist regularly can help prevent plaque buildup.
  • Proper oral hygiene is essential for preventing plaque.

Translations

Translations of the word "plaque" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น placa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคŸเฅเคŸเคฟเค•เคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Plakette

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ plakat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ะฐะฑะปะธั‡ะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ tabliczka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ—ใƒฉใƒผใ‚ฏ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท plaque

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ placa

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท plak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ช…ํŒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู„ูˆุญุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ plaketa

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ plaketa

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅŒพ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ploลกฤa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ platti

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะฐา›ั‚ะฐะนัˆะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒ˜แƒšแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lรถvhษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ placa

Etymology

The word 'plaque' originated from the French word 'plaquer', meaning 'to plate or coat'. In the context of dental care, plaque refers to the sticky film of bacteria that forms on teeth. The concept of dental plaque has been recognized for centuries, with ancient civilizations using various methods to clean teeth and prevent plaque buildup. Today, dental plaque remains a significant concern in oral health, leading to tooth decay and gum disease if not properly managed.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,129, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.