A bright smile can start your day off right! I recently discovered PLAQUE HD™, a new plant-based toothpaste to color and identify clear plaque build-up on teeth, allowing the user to target any areas of plaque that may have been missed during usual brushing.

PLAQUE HD™ is a special toothpaste created by dentists and orthodontists, that incorporates Targetol technology to reveal exactly where plaque has gathered by coating the teeth with a teal color. Once the teal is brushed away, you know that your teeth have been properly cleaned and rid of plaque.

This a great way for parents to teach their children how to properly care for their teeth and brush for two minutes, the America Dental Associations's recommended time. The berry bubble gum flavor is perfect for kids, and fresh mint for adults. Independent studies conducted in the orthodontic department at the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry show that patients who used Plaque HD had 4x plaque removal compared to patients who used a standard toothpaste on the market – leading to brighter, whiter and healthier teeth.

The key to the system is looking for the teal. Apply a small droplet of toothpaste containing the Targetol Technology™ and start brushing. While you are busy brushing, the technology is using color to highlight plaque. Green will appear where there is still plaque left on your teeth and gums. Do not add any additional water to your toothbrush; just continue to move your toothbrush on the green areas until the color disappears. Then rinse and taste the fresh mint or berry bubble gum flavors.

PLAQUE HD™ is available for $14.95 per tube at Amazon.com.