The smile and the dental hygiene They are elements that reflect good health and well -being. In addition, they favor each person in their different areas. Problems such as tartar jeopardize the good presentation and health of people.
Tartination is a product of bad habits in teeth care. One of its main consequences is bad breath, since it houses bacteria that produce compounds responsible for bad smell, explains dentist María René Zamora.
Another of its effects is the appearance of spots and discoloration in the teeth, which affects the appearance of the smile in a negative way. Beyond the aesthetic, it can also cause discomfort such as inflammation and redness of gums. The more tartar it accumulates in the teeth, this inflammation can make worse and derive in gingivitis, which is a curable disease that It produces bleeding and discomfort in the oral zone.
In more severe cases, when not treated in time, tartar can cause diseases such as periodontitis, which frequently implies teeth loss.
How to eliminate teeth tartar at home
To eliminate tartar effectively and recover oral health it is advisable to consult with a dental health specialist, Zamora warns. However, there are recommendations to follow at home to seek good dental health and prevent similar problems. According to the American Dental Association (ADA), it is important:
- Fulfill the Daily brushingafter each meal, with toothpaste with fluoride
- The use of dental floss You must accompany brushing, as it helps eliminate food waste between your teeth
- Using mouthwash, preferably without alcohol, is a way to complement brushing
- Program dental cleanings every 6 months or according to the needs of each person
On some occasions, people resort to the use of homemade substances with the idea of eliminating tartar. The recommendation of the specialists is not to do so, because certain substances can be harmful to the teeth or generate other problems. It is preferable to seek adequate advice.
Tartination can be removed safely with the help of a professional dentist, through a tartrectomy. It is also known as professional oral cleaning. The specialist resorts to the use of tools for dental scrape or ultrasonic devices to remove the tartar from the teeth, either below and on the edge of the gums.
How to prevent tartar on teeth
The best way to guarantee good dental health is through hygiene habits, both in children and adults. “It is important to remember that oral care is daily and constant, we must include it in our daily routine and at different times of the day without excuse,” says Zamora.
Brush your teeth at least twice a day, with a brush in good condition, soft bristles and with a dental paste is basic. Brushing; However, it is not enough since eating food waste is hidden between teeth and places of difficult access.
To do this, it is necessary to adopt as a habit the daily use of dental thread and rinse, to eliminate harmful microorganisms.
Beyond cleaning, choosing better what we eat is another way of protecting teeth. For example, products such as food and high drinks in sugars should be of limited consumption. Also, food with high pigment levels. Products such as candies or marshmallows easily adhere to teeth and are difficult to withdraw, even brushing. Therefore it is advisable not to consume it or do it rarely.
He tobacco consumption You can also damage the dental apparatus.