What Are Disclosing Tablets Used for?

What are disclosing tablets and how do they work? These tiny chewable tablets contain a harmless vegetable dye that adheres to plaque – showing up bright pink or purple. Used AFTER brushing, they demonstrate clearly areas where plaque has been missed or not properly cleaned away.

How often should I use disclosing tablets?

How often should I use disclosing tablets? Disclosing tablets should be used about once a week. With children it may be quite revealing to use a disclosing tablet after they have (allegedly!) cleaned their teeth to show where they have missed.

Are disclosing tablets good?

A plaque disclosing tablet helps to identify areas of your child's teeth that they've missed after completing their oral care routine. They contain a harmless dye that reacts with the plaque that may remain on areas of the teeth after cleaning.