Tartar removal

Dental plaque is a mass of food residues, microorganisms, and salts that covers the surface of the teeth, getting stuck between them and in the gums.

Types of dental deposits

• hard (removed above the gums using ultrasound);
• soft (removable with AirFlow powder);
• biofilm — a collection of organisms that stick to the teeth. Such deposits are very sticky and difficult to remove with AirFlow. Then the doctor also uses ultrasound or curettes (special periodontal tools).

Rules for preventing dental plaque at home

The main rule to follow when choosing a toothbrush is that the smaller it is, the better. A small toothbrush allows you to reach most of the teeth, while a large one will only complicate this process. It is in such hard-to-reach places that plaque turns into tartar after a while.

As for the hardness of the brush, here you should choose a brush of medium hardness. Such a brush will be completely safe for the gums and will allow you to remove plaque well.

When choosing a paste, you can choose an ordinary paste with a good washing effect. You should not overdo it with whitening toothpastes, because they can lead to enamel damage and increase the sensitivity of your teeth.

Do not neglect mouth rinsing. Rinsing should be done after each meal – this will clean the mouth of all residues. If you do not have the opportunity to rinse your mouth after each meal, an equally effective analogue of this procedure is chewing gum.

What should one do to prevent plaque from turning into tartar?

The process of tartar formation lasts more than one day. Despite regular brushing twice a day, this process can be accelerated due to the presence of bad habits, such as:

• smoking;
• drinking alcohol;
• poor nutrition;
• excessive use of salt.

It is impossible to remove tartar yourself, you will need the professional help of a doctor. Thanks to modern technologies, tartar removal does not cause pain or damage to enamel. Occasionally, tartar removal is performed under anesthesia.

Methods of removing dental deposits in Astra Dent

Ultrasonic cleaning

At the moment, there are a number of methods for removing tartar in dental clinics, but the safest is ultrasound. There is a common misconception that tartar appears as a result of poor oral hygiene, but there are also various abnormalities in the body that lead to the development of this problem. At home, the stone is difficult to remove, so it is recommended to remove it at the dentist’s once every six months. It is enough to regularly visit the dentist, and then cleaning the stones on the teeth will keep them healthy and help to avoid many diseases.

Subgingival scaling

In more complex clinical cases, tartar can form not only on the teeth, but also under the gums. In this case, such a procedure as subgingival scaling will be needed. It is performed by a periodontist with the help of manual tools and special ultrasound nozzles. In cases of the formation of dental deposits under the gums, it is worth going to this specialist for preventive visits and regular cleanings. You will notice how your gums will become healthier and you will forget about bleeding gums altogether.

If you neglect the removal of dental deposits — what are the consequences?

• Bedsores.
• Gingivitis.
• Periodontitis disease.

Life without dental deposits — is it possible?

There are many tips and methods for removing tartar without leaving home, but these methods are not always effective and can damage tooth enamel or gums. It is worth remembering that any self-treatment is dangerous and can lead to various undesirable consequences, and the price of stone removal is not so high compared to the restoration of a tooth.

Regular brushing of the teeth, the right toothbrush, a visit to the dentist twice a year, a healthy diet and the absence of bad habits — and you will forget what tartar is.