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Tartar removal is a type of dental procedure that results in whiter and healthier teeth. Dentists offer various treatments to remove tartar, but it is worth noting that small plaque can also be removed from the teeth using home methods. How to effectively get rid of tartar at home and at the dentist?
Tartar – where does it come from?
Tartar usually results from poor hygiene. The characteristic plaque on the teeth is nothing more than a mixture of food debris, mineral salts and bacteria. It is assumed that tartar begins to settle on the teeth approximately 48 hours after the last tooth brushing. This means that people who postpone brushing their teeth until later are the most exposed to calculus. Tartar starts on the inside, between the teeth and along the gums. Deposition on teeth attacks the enamel, damages it and contributes to the formation of tooth decay. Lack of proper oral hygiene causes plaque to spread to the next teeth, causing bad breath, mouth and gum infections.
Removing tartar with a toothpaste and brush
Many of us are familiar with the saying that prevention is better than cure. This is also the case in the fight against tartar. The best and most effective method is to brush your teeth regularly after each meal. Sometimes, however, due to the multitude of duties or due to fatigue, we forget about this basic hygienic activity, and this can lead to the accumulation of sediment. Commercially available toothpastes are not designed to remove tartar. Their formula slows down the process of tartar deposition, which means that brushing will always be only a prophylactic treatment. However, it is worth remembering that the most effective dentifrices should contain, for example, sodium carbonate, sodium monofluorophosphate, sodium fluoride, potassium nitrate or ingredients of plant origin. Try ApaCare Zahncreme Remineralizing Toothpaste with Hydroxyapatite, which supports the fight against tartar.
Tartar removal – scaling
The most frequently used method of tartar removal by dentists is scaling. This treatment is based on the removal of solid, hard dental plaque. There are supragingival and subgingival scaling. The most common among patients is supragingival scaling, in which tartar is removed from the tooth crown. The scaling itself can be performed in various ways. The following are listed:
- Traditional scaling – the dentist uses files, chisels or sickles to remove the stone. This method is the least accurate of all available.
- Mechanical scaling – the dentist uses cutter type burs, which cause the tartar to break off.
- Ultrasonic scaling – the dentist uses an ultrasonic scaler.
- Laser scaling – the dentist removes tartar using a laser.
- Chemical scaling – during the procedure, the dentist puts a 30% solution of perhydrol on the teeth and leaves it until the stone dissolves. Dissolved deposits are washed away with high-pressure water.
Home remedies for removing tartar
You can also remove tartar using home methods. Home remedies for tartar include:
- Apple cider vinegar – stands out for its anti-caries properties. It also acts as a disinfectant.
- Baking soda with coconut oil – the combination of these two ingredients is great for tartar. It helps to remove food debris, destroys bacteria and whitens teeth.
- Brewer’s yeast – brewer’s yeast solutions create an unfavorable environment for the growth of bacteria in the mouth, and thus prevent the formation of plaque on the teeth.
- Activated charcoal – this compound removes food debris from the mouth and has an antiseptic effect. Activated charcoal is considered to be the most effective substance in the fight against tartar.
In removing tartar, it is worth helping with a suitable toothbrush. At Medonet Market you will find the Vitamma Vivo sonic toothbrush, which is gentle on the gums, and at the same time effective in removing discoloration and preventing tartar build-up.
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