![Plaque on teeth stained red by disclosing tablets, with detail of disclosing tablets.](https://content.healthwise.net/resources/14.1/en-us/media/medical/hw/acl3605_460x300.jpg)
Chewing disclosing tablets stains the plaque on your teeth. The stain lets you see how well you are brushing and flossing your teeth. Dental plaque is a film of bacteria that sticks to your teeth, the spaces between the teeth, and under your gums. Plaque can harden into tartar.
Current as of: August 6, 2023
Author: Healthwise Staff
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