Compound found in meat breaks down dental plaque - and could treat gum disease

[jessica]

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-3076582/Why-vegetarian-BAD-teeth-Compound-meat-breaks-dental-plaque-treat-gum-disease.html

"L-arginine is found naturally in red meat, poultry, fish and dairy products
The amino acid was found to break down dental plaque which is known to trigger gum disease, as well as dental cavities"

[dariorpl]

I wonder if they only need such high quantities because they're using the cooked version.

Since I started eating raw meat, eggs and more recently raw dairy, I've noticed that I rarely develop much plaque, even if I don't brush for a couple days. Whereas before I would develop thick plaque if I didn't brush very often.