1 National Book Award Finalists Named. 2  The votes are in the finalists have been chosen. 3  Take a look and see which ones you've read. 4  2015 Man Booker Prize Named.  5 A Brief History of Seven Killings by Marlon James was chosen for this year's prestigious award.
When you drink and munch starchy or sugary foods, you're not only feeding yourself, you're feeding the bacteria that can cause plaque on your teeth. Plaque is a thin, invisible film of sticky bacteria and other materials that covers all the surfaces of all your teeth.
Although tartar (also called calculus) can make it easier for plaque to stick around, the stuff is generally considered to be primarily a cosmetic problem. Plaque is the culprit in cavities and gum disease. The longer plaque hangs around in your mouth, the more trouble it causes.