Vitamins For Dental Health Filed under Dental Health Secret adicals produced by plaque and tartar on the teeth, along with bacterial proteinases, and a long list of immune system responses to these problems. Periodontal disease often starts as simple plaque. Plaque is the sticky substance that we should brush off of our teeth at least twice a day. This is because plaque harbors a lot of bacteria. The bacteria produce toxins, proteins, and free radicals that damage our gums. … Read entire article »