{"id":4146,"date":"2025-04-12T15:09:23","date_gmt":"2025-04-12T18:09:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/?p=4146"},"modified":"2025-04-18T19:43:51","modified_gmt":"2025-04-18T22:43:51","slug":"tartar-on-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/en\/tartar-on-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"Tartar on Teeth: What It Is, How to Remove It and Prevent Buildup"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>THE <strong>Tartarus<\/strong> is a <strong>bacterial plaque<\/strong> hardened that forms in the <strong>teeth<\/strong> and in <strong>gum line<\/strong>, becoming visible and difficult to be <strong>removed<\/strong> with regular brushing. Known as <strong>dental calculus<\/strong>, the <strong>dental tartar<\/strong> can only be <strong>removed<\/strong> for one <strong>dentist<\/strong> during a <strong>professional cleaning<\/strong>. In addition to the aesthetic impact, it compromises the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/en\/oral-health\/\" title=\"Learn more about oral health\">oral health<\/a><\/strong> and favors diseases such as <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/en\/gingivitis-symptoms-treatment\/\" title=\"Learn more about gingivitis\">gingivitis<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/en\/periodontitis\/\" title=\"Learn more about periodontitis\">periodontitis<\/a><\/strong>. In this article, you will understand how the <strong>tartar is formed<\/strong>, its risks, how to do it <strong>tartar removal<\/strong> and, mainly, how <strong>prevent tartar build-up on teeth<\/strong>.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Summary<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/en\/tartar-on-teeth\/#Video_explicativo_sobre_tartaro_nos_dentes\" >Explanatory video about tartar on teeth:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/en\/tartar-on-teeth\/#Entenda_o_que_e_tartaro_nos_dentes_e_como_ele_se_forma\" >Understand what tartar is on teeth and how it forms<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/en\/tartar-on-teeth\/#Tartaro_no_dente_causa_mau_halito_e_outros_problemas\" >Does tartar on teeth cause bad breath and other problems?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/en\/tartar-on-teeth\/#Formacao_de_tartaro_nos_dentes_principais_causas_como_e_formado_e_impactos_na_saude_bucal\" >Tartar formation on teeth: main causes, how it is formed and impacts on oral health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/en\/tartar-on-teeth\/#Tartaro_dental_como_identificar_o_tartaro_nos_dentes_e_entender_os_sintomas_mais_comuns\" >Dental tartar: how to identify tartar on teeth and understand the most common symptoms<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/en\/tartar-on-teeth\/#Tipo_de_tartaro_diferenca_entre_tartaro_supragengival_e_subgengival_e_por_que_isso_importa\" >Type of Tartar: Difference Between Supragingival and Subgingival Tartar and Why It Matters<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/en\/tartar-on-teeth\/#Tartaro_no_dente_da_frente_ou_entre_os_dentes_o_que_muda\" >Tartar on the front tooth or between the teeth: what changes?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/en\/tartar-on-teeth\/#Remocao_do_tartaro_como_o_dentista_remove_o_tartaro_dos_dentes\" >Tartar Removal: How the Dentist Removes Tartar from Teeth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/en\/tartar-on-teeth\/#Tipo_de_tartaro_mais_comum_e_o_que_ele_pode_causar\" >Most common type of tartar and what it can cause<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/en\/tartar-on-teeth\/#Como_prevenir_a_formacao_do_tartaro_com_higiene_bucal_adequada\" >How to prevent tartar build-up with proper oral hygiene<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/en\/tartar-on-teeth\/#Perguntas_frequentes_sobre_tartaro_e_saude_dos_dentes\" >Frequently Asked Questions About Tartar and Dental Health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/en\/tartar-on-teeth\/#Em_resumo_como_evitar_e_remover_o_tartaro_com_seguranca\" >In summary: how to prevent and remove tartar safely<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/en\/tartar-on-teeth\/#FAQ_%E2%80%93_Perguntas_Frequentes_sobre_Tartaro\" >FAQ \u2013 Frequently Asked Questions about Tartar<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Video_explicativo_sobre_tartaro_nos_dentes\"><\/span>Explanatory video about tartar on teeth:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Tartar: How it forms and HOW TO REMOVE it once and for all!\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/9Kc0YRRjGSE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Entenda_o_que_e_tartaro_nos_dentes_e_como_ele_se_forma\"><\/span>Understand what tartar is on teeth and how it forms<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>THE <strong>tartar is<\/strong> the result of <strong>plaque on teeth<\/strong> that was not properly removed and that, over time, <strong>calcifies<\/strong> by the action of minerals present in saliva. This <strong>tartar formation<\/strong> occurs mainly in <strong>gum line<\/strong>, making cleaning difficult and serving as a base for more <strong>accumulation of bacteria<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>THE <strong>tartar formation on teeth<\/strong> It happens for several reasons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Inadequate oral hygiene<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lack of <strong>flossing<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Food <strong>rich in sugar<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Incorrect brushing<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>To understand <strong>what is tartar<\/strong> and how it develops is essential to <strong>prevent and treat<\/strong> the problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tartaro_no_dente_causa_mau_halito_e_outros_problemas\"><\/span>Does tartar on teeth cause bad breath and other problems?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"585\" src=\"https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/unnamed-file-194-1024x585.jpg\" alt=\"Does tartar cause bad breath?\" class=\"wp-image-4141\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/unnamed-file-194-1024x585.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/unnamed-file-194-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/unnamed-file-194-768x439.jpg 768w, https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/unnamed-file-194-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/unnamed-file-194.jpg 1103w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. The <strong>tartar can cause<\/strong> <strong>bad breath<\/strong> because it shelters <strong>bacteria<\/strong> that release gases responsible for <strong>unpleasant odor<\/strong>. Furthermore, the <strong>tartar buildup<\/strong> can lead to <strong>gingivitis<\/strong>, which also contributes to the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/en\/bad-breath\/\" title=\"Learn more about halitosis\">halitosis<\/a><\/strong>. The <strong>removing tartar from teeth<\/strong> is essential to maintain the <strong>fresh breath<\/strong> and the <strong>health of your teeth<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Formacao_de_tartaro_nos_dentes_principais_causas_como_e_formado_e_impactos_na_saude_bucal\"><\/span>Tartar formation on teeth: main causes, how it is formed and impacts on oral health<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can <strong>identify tartar<\/strong> as a hardened, yellowish or even brown layer over the <strong>tooth surface<\/strong>, especially near the <strong>gum<\/strong>. The <strong>rough texture of teeth<\/strong>, even after brushing, is also an indication of its presence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Most common signs:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Tooth discoloration<\/strong> (yellow or dark)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Swollen or bleeding gums<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sensation of rough teeth when touched with the tongue<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tartaro_dental_como_identificar_o_tartaro_nos_dentes_e_entender_os_sintomas_mais_comuns\"><\/span>Dental tartar: how to identify tartar on teeth and understand the most common symptoms<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>THE <strong>tartar on the front tooth<\/strong> is usually more visible, affecting the <strong>smile aesthetics<\/strong>, while the <strong>tartar between the teeth<\/strong> is less noticeable, but equally harmful. It facilitates the accumulation of waste, making it difficult to <strong>teeth cleaning<\/strong> and promoting <strong>gum problems<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Both cases require the <strong>tartar removal<\/strong> common <strong>professional<\/strong> and special attention to <strong>brushing teeth<\/strong> and to the <strong>flossing<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tipo_de_tartaro_diferenca_entre_tartaro_supragengival_e_subgengival_e_por_que_isso_importa\"><\/span>Type of Tartar: Difference Between Supragingival and Subgingival Tartar and Why It Matters<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>THE <strong>supragingival tartar is<\/strong> the one visible on the <strong>gum line<\/strong>, while the <strong>subgingival tartar<\/strong> is formed <strong>below the gum<\/strong>, being more dangerous. The latter can compromise the <strong>tooth support structure<\/strong>, favoring the <strong>periodontitis<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Both require <strong>professional removal<\/strong>. The <strong>dentist<\/strong> uses specific instruments to reach and eliminate tartar safely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tartaro_no_dente_da_frente_ou_entre_os_dentes_o_que_muda\"><\/span>Tartar on the front tooth or between the teeth: what changes?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>THE <strong>black tartar<\/strong> usually arises when the <strong>tartar buildup<\/strong> is old and mixes with food pigments, dark drinks or blood from <strong>inflamed gums<\/strong>. Indicates negligence in <strong>oral hygiene<\/strong> and higher risk of <strong>periodontal problems<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"585\" src=\"https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/unnamed-file-195-1024x585.jpg\" alt=\"Tartar on the front tooth or between the teeth: is there a difference?\" class=\"wp-image-4142\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/unnamed-file-195-1024x585.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/unnamed-file-195-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/unnamed-file-195-768x439.jpg 768w, https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/unnamed-file-195-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/unnamed-file-195.jpg 1103w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Black tartar<\/strong> it must be <strong>removed<\/strong> as soon as possible for a <strong>dentist<\/strong>, as it may be associated with <strong>gingivitis<\/strong> or even <strong>periodontitis<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Remocao_do_tartaro_como_o_dentista_remove_o_tartaro_dos_dentes\"><\/span>Tartar Removal: How the Dentist Removes Tartar from Teeth<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Just the <strong>dentist<\/strong> he can <strong>remove tartar from teeth<\/strong> safely. There is no effective or safe home method for <strong>remove tartar<\/strong>. Trying to shave it at home can damage the <strong>tooth enamel<\/strong> and the <strong>gum<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Professional removal steps:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Evaluation of <strong>tartar formation<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Supragingival and subgingival scaling<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dental polishing<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tipo_de_tartaro_mais_comum_e_o_que_ele_pode_causar\"><\/span>Most common type of tartar and what it can cause<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>THE <strong>tartar is formed<\/strong> mainly by <strong>bacterial plaque<\/strong>, food debris and minerals from saliva. The <strong>type of tartar<\/strong> most common is the <strong>supragingival<\/strong>, but when left untreated, it can develop and become <strong>subgingival<\/strong>, more difficult to remove and with greater destructive potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Problems caused:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Gingivitis<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Caries<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gum recession<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tooth loss<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udc49 Tartar can build up over time and cause a variety of gum problems. Learn how to prevent and remove it in our <a href=\"https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/en\/oral-health\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"4043\">complete guide to oral health care.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_prevenir_a_formacao_do_tartaro_com_higiene_bucal_adequada\"><\/span>How to prevent tartar build-up with proper oral hygiene<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To <strong>prevent tartar on teeth<\/strong>, keep a routine of <strong>complete oral hygiene<\/strong>, with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"585\" src=\"https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/unnamed-file-198-1024x585.jpg\" alt=\"When should I see a dentist to treat tartar?\" class=\"wp-image-4145\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/unnamed-file-198-1024x585.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/unnamed-file-198-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/unnamed-file-198-768x439.jpg 768w, https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/unnamed-file-198-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/corpoequilibrado.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/unnamed-file-198.jpg 1103w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Brushing your teeth<\/strong> at least twice a day<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use of <strong>fluoride toothpaste<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use dental floss daily<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cleaning of the <strong>gum line<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Antibacterial mouthwashes<\/strong> (if indicated)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These practices help prevent the <strong>bacterial plaque<\/strong> if <strong>turns into tartar<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Perguntas_frequentes_sobre_tartaro_e_saude_dos_dentes\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions About Tartar and Dental Health<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You should look for one <strong>dentist<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Every 6 months for preventive cleaning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When you notice signs of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.colgate.com.br\/oral-health\/plaque-and-tartar\/what-is-tartar\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">tartar on teeth<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If there is <strong>bleeding gums<\/strong>, bad breath or <strong>yellow teeth<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>THE <strong>tartar removal<\/strong> in the initial stage it is simpler and avoids <strong>other problems<\/strong> as the <strong>caries<\/strong> and periodontal diseases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Em_resumo_como_evitar_e_remover_o_tartaro_com_seguranca\"><\/span>In summary: how to prevent and remove tartar safely<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>THE <strong>tartar is formed<\/strong> from <strong>bacterial plaque<\/strong> not removed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can only <strong>be removed<\/strong> put <strong>qualified professional<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep a <strong>good oral hygiene routine<\/strong> is the best way to <strong>prevent tartar formation<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ_%E2%80%93_Perguntas_Frequentes_sobre_Tartaro\"><\/span>FAQ \u2013 Frequently Asked Questions about Tartar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What is tartar and why does it form?<\/strong><br>THE <strong>tartar is<\/strong> the <strong>bacterial plaque<\/strong> hardened by the action of saliva. It <strong>is formed<\/strong> when we don&#039;t brush and don&#039;t use <strong>dental floss<\/strong> appropriately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Is it possible to remove tartar at home?<\/strong><br>No. The <strong>tartar is not removed<\/strong> with a regular brush. Just the <strong>dentist<\/strong> can do the <strong>tartar removal<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Can tartar cause bad breath?<\/strong><br>Yes. The <strong>tartar can be<\/strong> a shelter for <strong>bacteria<\/strong> that cause bad smell and <strong>gingivitis<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What is supragingival tartar?<\/strong><br>And the <strong>Tartarus<\/strong> that is formed <strong>about the teeth<\/strong>, in the visible part of the <strong>gum line<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to avoid tartar formation?<\/strong><br>With <strong>correct brushing<\/strong>, <strong>flossing<\/strong> and regular visits to the <strong>dentist<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Can tartar cause tooth decay?<\/strong><br>Yes. The <strong>tartar buildup<\/strong> facilitates the emergence of <strong>caries<\/strong> by retaining <strong>residue between the teeth<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How many times should I brush my teeth a day?<\/strong><br>You must <strong>brush your teeth after every meal<\/strong>, using correct techniques to achieve the <strong>gum line<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Is tartar common in healthy teeth?<\/strong><br>THE <strong>tartar may appear<\/strong> even in <strong>healthy teeth<\/strong> if there are faults in the <strong>oral hygiene<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tartar on teeth is maintaining a good routine?<\/strong><br>Yes. Avoid the <strong>tartar on teeth is to maintain a good<\/strong> brushing, <strong>flossing<\/strong> and visit the <strong>dentist regularly<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Tartar on teeth affects our oral health. 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