Beware of the plaque

Details on the Poster:

• Main Message:
  “Beware of the Plaque — It Causes Tooth Loss Through Periodontal Disease.”
• Design Style:
  Classic cartoon-style illustration of “The Plaque” as a sneaky, villainous character with exaggerated teeth, accompanied by helpful cartoon figures demonstrating good dental care practices.
• Educational Tips Included:
  
• Everyone has plaque, but it’s nearly invisible.
• Chewing disclosing tablets to reveal plaque.
• Brush and floss thoroughly every day to prevent plaque buildup.
• Issued By:
  
• Division of Dental Health, under the U.S. Department of Health, Education, and Welfare, which existed under that title from 1953 to 1979.
• Specifically notes Health Services and Mental Health Administration, which operated under HEW in the late 1960s to early 1970s.