Tartar – prevention and removal of tartar
It is good to regularly go for dental check-ups.
Tartar – prevention and removal of tartar
It is good to regularly go for dental check-ups.
Tartar
- The formation of tartar is individual.
- Tartar cannot be removed by brushing teeth.
- Tartar should be regularly removed at a dentist or dental hygienist’s office.
What is tartar and what causes it?
Tartar (calculus) is calcified dental plaque at the gum line. Plaque, or bacterial mass, calcifies with the help of saliva on the tooth surface. It is good to regularly remove tartar because the accumulation of bacteria causes gingivitis. Chronic gingivitis, in turn, predisposes to periodontal disease, which is the onset of periodontitis.
The formation of tartar is individual and it is difficult to notice it yourself.
Prevention of tartar
Although already formed tartar cannot be removed by brushing teeth, you can influence the formation of tartar preventively by taking good care of dental hygiene. The formation of tartar can be prevented by:
- brushing teeth twice a day
- using dental floss or sticks to clean between teeth
- avoiding snacking.
If necessary, advice on proper brushing technique and cleaning of teeth and between teeth can be obtained from a dentist or dental hygienist.
People with diabetes or cardiovascular disease, as well as patients with artificial joints, should pay special attention to dental cleanliness and ensure that no inflammations form in the mouth.
Removal of tartar
Tartar cannot be removed at home by brushing teeth, but should be removed at a dentist or dental hygienist’s office.
It is difficult to notice tartar yourself, but the inner surfaces of the teeth may feel rough with the tongue. It is important to regularly go for dental check-ups and have tartar removed.
