What is tartar?
How is tartar cleaning done?
Your teeth are one of the most important aspects that make you look beautiful, very aesthetic and stylish. When you encounter a person, the place that draws attention at first sight is always your teeth. If dental calculus is not cleaned in oral care, your social life will also be negatively affected. In addition, having clean teeth is of great importance not only for appearance but also for your health. Since the cleanness of the teeth affects your whole body, dental care should be done continuously and completely.
What is tartar?
Bacteria living on the tooth surface cause a layer called plaque to form as nutrition continues. Tartar usually occurs due to plaques that cannot be removed from teeth. Tartar is also called tartar. If the dental plaque is not cleaned, it starts to harden in a few days. This plaque covers the teeth day by day and tartar is formed. The formation of tartar on the teeth as tartar over time; It causes important problems such as gingivitis, gum recession and gingivitis. Tartar is a problem that can occur on the back and front surfaces of the teeth. If you have gum ailments, you can click here to read our article on the subject.
How is tartar cleaning done?
Since tartar is very hard and stuck to the tooth, it is not possible to clean it on your own. Therefore, you should have the tartar removal process under the control of your dentist. According to the researches, 60-70% of people have tartar. Tartar cleaning should be done once or twice a year. Since this time varies according to individuals, you should follow your dentist’s advice.
Tartar is a layer of minerals and plaques in your saliva. Tartar, which causes gum diseases such as gingivitis and periodontitis, is the most important problem when it forms under the gum line. Tartar removal process is applied by scraping the teeth with tools called grater and curette for stones below the gum line. This procedure, although a little painful, may also bleed your gums. Another method is to clean the stones with a vibrator.
Tartar removal should only be performed by your dentist. In the first step of the cleaning process, the tartar is scraped. Generally, the cleaning is completed with the use of ultrasound devices. In the next step, the tooth is polished and smoothed. While the polishing process continues, the remaining plaques are removed. Thus, the tooth is provided with a healthier and brighter appearance. The purpose of this procedure is to contribute to an aesthetic appearance of the tooth. It also helps protect against possible plaque buildup.
The Effect of Toothpaste in Tartar Removal
Today, there are lots of advertisements for toothpaste that destroys tartar. These toothpastes reduce stone build-up on the teeth. However, it has been observed that it has little or no effect on stones under the gum line. Tartar-removing toothpastes have a cleaner appearance. It helps to clean your teeth more comfortably during treatment. In reality, however, its benefit in preventing tartar formation is negligible.
In addition, it is not recommended to use special toothpastes designed to remove tooth stains caused by smoking. In people with receding gums, the softer areas under the gum line can be damaged by exposure to such toothpastes. These toothpastes increase the sensitivity of your teeth to hot or cold foods.
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