Tartar, sometimes called calculus or dental tartar, is bacterial plaque that has hardened on your teeth due to mineral deposition on plaque.
Tartar, sometimes called calculus or dental tartar, is bacterial plaque that has hardened on your teeth due to mineral deposition on plaque. It can also form on the edge of and under the gums and can irritate the gingival tissues. Tartar gives plaque a larger surface to grow on and a stickier surface to adhere to, leading to more serious conditions like tooth decay and gum disease.
Tartar not only threatens the health of your teeth and gums, it is also a cosmetic problem. As is more porous, it absorbs stains easily. Therefore if you drink coffee or tea, or smoke, it is especially important that you avoid the formation of tartar.
How do I know if I have tartar?
Unlike plaque, which is a colorless film, tartar is a mineral formation that is easily visible if it is located above the gum line. The most common indicator of tartar is seeing a brown or yellowish color on the teeth or gums. The only certain way to detect the presence of tartar and to remove it is to visit your dentist.
How to prevent the accumulation of plaque?
To reduce tartar formation and reduce plaque, it is important to brush properly, especially with a tartar control toothpaste, and floss.
Once tartar has settled on your teeth, only your dentist or hygienist can remove it. The process of removing tartar is called 'root scaling.' During this procedure, the dentist or hygienist uses special instruments to remove tartar that is visible on the teeth and that is below the gum line.
Tartar is a threat to good oral health and is unsightly for your smile
Once tartar forms, only professional cleaning can remove it.
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