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The formation of plaque starts on the surface of the gums and the teeth. When plaque does begin to collect beneath the gum line it is quickly acted upon by the chemicals in your saliva and hardens to form tartar. The tartar found below the gum line is usually extremely tenacious and may be very difficult to remove.
