Dental plaque is a host-associated biofilm. The significance of the biofilm environment has been increasingly recognized in recent years because the environment itself may alter properties of the microorganisms.
Dental plaque can be defined as the soft deposits that form the biofilm adhering to the tooth surface or other hard surfaces in the oral cavity, including removable and fixed restorations.
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In this video, we talk about the living, breathing group of microorganisms known as plaque and the specific bacteria that lead to periodontal disease. So stay tuned for lots of important information covered on the board exam.