What is Tartar & Tips to Control It? By QC Dentistry Brampton
                     
What is tartar? How is it formed?
Tartar, medically calculus, is deposited on the gum line or in rough places and 
edges on the teeth. Even if you practice thorough and exemplary dental 
hygiene, you still have bacteria in your mouth. 
These metabolize the food residues, the breakdown products from them then 
form the plaque that adheres to the tooth, the dental plaque. This plaque film 
covers the teeth, gets under the gum line, and settles on the edges of fillings 
or other dentures. 
The bacteria in turn settle in the plaque, as this is the ideal breeding ground 
for them. The acids generated by the bacteria attack the tooth enamel and 
can cause tooth decay. This is why brushing your teeth regularly is so 
important.
Bigger problems arise when the plaque remains on the teeth and then 
solidifies into tartar. The tartar arises both below and above the gum line. It is 
rough and open-pored and can no longer be removed by you with a 
toothbrush and floss once it has arisen. The tartar must be removed as 
prophylaxis or by your dentist with special equipment.
How can tartar affect teeth and 
gums?
Tartar cannot be completely avoided and it affects your dental 
health. The plaque, from which tartar is formed, is always 
preferentially deposited here. On the one hand by Family Dentist 
on Chinguacousy, RD, tartar can grow and, on the other hand, this 
also provides a breeding ground for bacteria. 
The acids secreted attack the tooth enamel and can then lead to 
caries, which, if left untreated, penetrates the inside of the tooth 
to the root of the tooth. A root canal can cause 
root canal treatment, tooth loss, or even more serious health 
complications if the inflammation travels towards the heart or 
brain.
The bacteria can also cause irritation or inflammation of the 
gums. Gum inflammation can usually be resolved with careful 
dental care and the use of mouthwash. If the gingivitis worsens, 
however, periodontitis can occur. This can lead to tooth damage 
or even tooth loss.
Prevent tartar by Dentist on 
Chinguacousy, RD
You lay the foundation for successful tartar prevention with 
careful and regular dental care, the plaque away from the 
teeth. Brush at least twice a day for at least two minutes. 
Use a soft to medium-hard toothbrush with a not too large 
brush head and hygienic plastic bristles. Do not neglect the 
harder-to-reach areas on the inner tooth surfaces and the 
tooth surfaces of the posterior molars. 
Electric toothbrushes are not necessarily more thorough, 
but they make it easier to clean teeth thoroughly, as no 
tooth brushing technique has to be learned. 
Also choose a toothpaste that contains fluoride, as this 
helps to repair damaged tooth enamel. You can only 
remove plaque from the spaces between your teeth by 
using dental flossing regularly.
Tartar teeth removal at home:
Toothbrush
Brush carefully twice a day. Change the toothbrush or attachments for the electric toothbrush at least every 
three months. Medium-hard or soft bristles are best, hard ones can damage the gums.
Mouthwash
Antibacterial effect. This prevents inflammation. Works against bad breath. A perfect end to dental care.
Toothpaste
Addressing the needs of teeth and gums. Use whitening toothpaste only once a day.
Cure
Use once a week if necessary. Whiten the teeth without damaging them. For extra radiance.
Floss
Use at least once a day, preferably in the evening. This maintains the interdental space, prevents tooth decay, 
and removes leftover food. Also practical for on the go.
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