What is plaque?
Plaque is a soft, sticky film of harmful bacteria that builds up on your teeth and under your gums between brushing. This can easily be removed by brushing for a minimum of 2 minutes, twice a day and using either floss or interdental brushes each day.
If plaque is missed whilst brushing, this can cause your gums too become inflamed and may cause bleeding or decay.
What is tartar?
If plaque stays on your teeth for too long, it can harden, forming tartar, also known as calculus.
Tartar is not easy to remove through brushing or flossing and is usually needed to be removed by a hygienist to ensure that your gums stay healthy.
What happens if plaque and tartar aren’t removed?
If plaque and tartar are not removed, your gums will become inflamed, making it sore and uncomfortable. It can also give you bad breath due to the accumulation of bacteria.
If plaque accumulates on teeth and is not removed regularly, it may move downwards on your tooth until it reaches your bone that hold your teeth in place and starts to destroy the bone. This is a non reversible condition called periodontitis.
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📣 An important update from Dr Carol Somerville Roberts
In this video, Carol shares some personal news about reducing her clinical days from early 2026, following advice from her consultant. While this means she’ll be seeing fewer patients day-to-day, Carol will still be very much involved in Evolve Dentistry, continuing to provide treatments such as amalgam removal and cosmetic dentistry, and ensuring we deliver the highest standards of care.
We’re also thrilled to share that Carol will be taking on the role of President of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry this November 👏 — a fantastic recognition of her expertise and dedication to dentistry.
For many patients, your care will now be with Dr Richard Ford, Carol’s long-standing colleague and friend. Richard shares the same commitment to excellence and patient care that Evolve is known for, and we know you’ll be in excellent hands.
Thank you, as always, for your trust and support. 💙
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The vibrant colors of autumn have arrived, and with them comes the deliciously aromatic pumpkin-spiced latte! It’s the perfect way to savor the season and indulge in the cozy flavors that make fall feel magical at Evolve! 🎃🍁 ☕
We’re so pleased to introduce Maisie, the newest member of the Evolve Dentistry team! 🦷💙
Maisie has joined us as a trainee dental nurse, and in this video she tells you a little about herself. We’re thrilled to have her on board and know our patients will give her a warm welcome too. ✨
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📸 Your smile deserves the best care!
Say goodbye to over-the-counter whitening kits and hello to professional teeth whitening in Portishead at Evolve Dentistry. Safe, effective, and designed just for you.
✨ Discover how we can help brighten your smile – read our new blog today!
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🦷 143 years of smiles 🦷
Between them, the dentists at Evolve Dentistry have an incredible 143 years of combined experience. That’s generations of expertise, knowledge and care — all dedicated to keeping Portishead smiling with confidence.
When you choose Evolve, you’re choosing:
✨ Decades of trusted clinical experience
✨ A team who puts your comfort first
✨ The very best in patient care
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Portishead is bursting with creativity, and we’re so excited for the Portishead Arts Festival this September! 🌟🎨
The Arts Trail is one of our favourite parts — a chance to explore, discover, and celebrate the amazing talent in our community.
We’ll be following the trail… will you? 🖌️👀
👉 Find out more: @portisheadartsfestival or visit portisheadartsfestival.org
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