How to Control Tartar Buildup

We keep hearing that it is important to control tartar and for that purpose, we need to #brush and #floss on daily basis. The above statement is true but it is worth mentioning what tartar is. And then we also need to talk about some effective ways to control #tartar buildup.

 

What is tartar?

No matter how well you take care of your mouth, there are going to be the bacteria present in your mouth. These bacteria consume proteins and other byproducts of food remains that are left in the mouth after eating. This consumption usually leads to the production of a gunky material called dental plaque. Dental plaque is loaded with the bacteria that can cause tooth decay and gum disease. However, you can prevent this plaque from doing the damage by clearing from the mouth.

 

Nevertheless, this plaque can turn into tartar when you do not clean your teeth regularly. Tartar is usually formed above and below the gum line. Roughness of tartar and the presence of pores in it can lead to the receding gums and gum disease. If you have got tartar on your teeth, you can get it removed by the dentist.

 

Effects of tartar on teeth and gums

As mentioned above, tartar can be quite dangerous for your teeth and gums. The first thing that tartar is going to do is making it difficult for you to brush and floss your teeth. Tartar above the gum line and irritate the gums and cause inflammation, leading to the gum disease. The initial stage of gum disease is known as #gingivitis.

 

If you leave the problem untreated further, you are going to get the pockets developed underneath gum line. These pockets are basically the hubs of bacteria. The gum disease can worsen to form #periodontitis, which is an advanced form of gum #infection.

 

Tartar is quite dangerous for the teeth as well. They can cause serious decay in the teeth, leading to cavities.

 

How to control tartar

Although there are treatments available for tartar but it would be your best bet not to let the tartar get hold of your teeth. A few things that you can do are worth mentioning in this regard.

 

1.Make sure that you brush your teeth twice in every day. The toothbrush you are going to use should have soft bristles. Moreover, you need to have effective technique to brush your teeth. This technique should neither leave the teeth’s surface with a leftover of plaque nor should it be too abrasive.

2.If you want to clean your teeth effectively, you can consider using electric toothbrush. the head of the toothbrush moves and rotates in such a way that it cleans every surface and space in your teeth.

3.You can consider using tartar control toothpaste in order to avoid tartar. Tartar control toothpastes are loaded with fluoride and a special ingredient called triclosan which fights the bacteria.

4.Be careful about the foods you eat. If you like snacking, make sure that you eat the foods that do not lead to the provision of sustenance to the bad bacteria in your mouth.

5.Do not smoke. Smoking can be quite dangerous for your teeth, gums, other parts of the oral cavity and your overall health.

 

Make sure that you visit the dentist after every 6 months. A dental visit twice in a year can save you form a lot of dental and oral health troubles.

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