We will explain about "plaque" and "tartar," which are the causes of tooth decay that you often hear about. Let's understand what they are and prevent tooth decay.

What is plaque?

Plaque is a sticky white mass that adheres to the surface of the teeth, the border between the teeth and gums, and between the teeth. Plaque does not dissolve easily in water and adheres firmly to the teeth, so it cannot be easily removed by rinsing, and can only be removed completely with a toothbrush or interdental brush.

Plaque is home to many types of bacteria that grow in the mouth, and more than 1 million bacteria live in just 1000/XNUMX of a gram of plaque. Among these many bacteria are the ones that cause tooth decay and periodontal disease.

About plaque formation

What is tartar?

Tartar is a hard mass that calcifies when plaque combines with calcium and phosphorus in saliva and accumulates between the teeth and gums. Tartar can also cause periodontal disease. The surface of tartar is rough, which makes it easier for plaque to adhere to it. For this reason, it is important to thoroughly remove plaque at the stage before it turns into tartar, using self-care methods such as correct brushing and interdental brushes.

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Tartar removal can only be done at a dental clinic

Once tartar forms, you cannot remove it by yourself, so you will need to go to the dentist and use special tools (scaling andPMTCTartar can only be removed by using dental cleanings, etc. Tartar removal must be done at the frequency determined by the local area, based on rules specified by the country.

Summary

Plaque can be removed with a toothbrush or interdental brush. However, did you know that once plaque has calcified into tartar, it can only be removed at a dental clinic? It is of course important to prevent the formation of plaque through daily care, but it is also important to have your mouth checked at a dental clinic once every three months.Regular examinationWe recommend the following for patients who want to finish with one tartar removal session at Tokushinkai Group dental clinics:PMTCWe would like to introduce you to the following.