What is Tartar & Tips to Control It? By QC Dentistry Brampton

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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 Addressi
ng 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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