This article is a part of our Q&A series in which we give detailed answers to our readers' questions. Have a question? Don't hesitate and send it to us to get a detailed answer! Dental hygiene is at the forefront of personal care, yet there’s often confusion surrounding certain terms and concepts. Two such commonly misconstrued terms are plaque and tartar. While they are interrelated, they represent different stages in the process of tooth decay and require distinct care and treatment. This article aims to shed light on these two terms by providing an in-depth examination of what they are and how they form. What Is Plaque? Plaque is a…