Author of the article:
Soldatova Lyudmila Nikolaevna
Candidate of Medical Sciences, Professor of the Department of Clinical Dentistry of the St. Petersburg Medical and Social Institute, Chief Physician of the Alfa-Dent Dental Clinic, St. Petersburg
Everyone wants to have straight white teeth. A beautiful smile is not only a symbol of health. This is the key to self-confidence, one of the key factors in successful and fruitful communication. Is it worth mentioning that the white-toothed handsome man smiling at you in the reflection in the mirror every morning gives you an excellent mood for the whole day?
But what to do if plaque stubbornly appears on even teeth every morning? Can two cups of coffee during the day and a couple of packs of cigarettes put an end to a beautiful snow-white smile? Let's try to figure out why plaque appears on the teeth of adults, how to avoid it and how to deal with it.
Why is it important to remove tartar in a timely manner?
Hard plaque has many pores in which bacteria appear. Traces of the vital activity of these bacteria make the enamel softer. Therefore, when the enamel comes into contact with solid food, microcracks may appear, and subsequently caries.
In addition, when there is too much stone, it begins to put pressure on the gums. This may cause bleeding and inflammation.
Therefore, in order to remove tartar, it is important not only to brush your teeth regularly and thoroughly. The fact is that brushing your teeth only slows down the process of stone formation. But over time it will appear anyway.
To get rid of tartar, a special procedure is needed, and it needs to be repeated from time to time, depending on the rate of plaque growth (in each case individually). It is important to do this manipulation in a timely manner.
Dark enamel in children
In children, plaque is especially noticeable because the enamel of baby teeth is lighter than that of permanent teeth. Sometimes babies' teeth turn black on the inside, facing the tongue, sometimes dark spots appear on the outside. However, this does not always indicate a carious lesion.
Reasons that can cause enamel discoloration in children:
- long-term use of antibiotics,
- dysbacteriosis, inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract,
- fungal infection of the soft tissues of the oral cavity (plaque looks like mold),
- use of fluoride-containing pastes for hygiene,
- weak immunity.
Attention! If a child’s crowns darken, you should immediately contact a dentist, because very often enamel pigmentation is a symptom of a more complex disease associated with metabolism or an infectious lesion of the gastrointestinal tract.
Treatment for this condition is carried out after diagnosis. Sometimes dental intervention is not even required.
How to get rid of tartar at home?
When the plaque is fresh and has not yet hardened strongly, you can try to clean it at home.
If you want to know how to remove tartar at home, we suggest you familiarize yourself with proven methods.
1. Brush your teeth with special abrasive pastes. The plaque will be cleared in those places where the brush reaches.
2. Use an electronic brush with a generator that produces an ultrasonic wave that destroys plaque.
3. Use a toothbrush with a rotating head. It is good because it reaches many hard-to-reach places.
Along with the listed methods, there are traditional medicine for those who want to know how to remove tartar at home. For this purpose, soda, radish and lemon juice and herbal decoctions are used. But these methods are questionable and ineffective.
Therefore, if you want to professionally remove tartar without any risk of harming yourself, you should only contact a dental clinic.
Dental clinic "ORTHODONTiYA" will qualitatively and professionally remove tartar from teeth
Our clinic employs professionals with extensive experience.
To completely remove the stone, we use mechanical and ultrasonic cleaning. The procedure is carried out painlessly and without significant discomfort. In addition, there is no harmful effect on tooth enamel.
If you want to know how to remove tartar, as well as more information about preventative measures, come see us for a free consultation. We are always happy to answer all your questions and make your teeth healthy and strong.
Clinical researches
Clinical studies have proven that regular use of professional toothpaste ASEPTA GENTLE WHITENING for a month allows you to lighten tooth enamel by 1.5 tones, increases anti-caries effectiveness by 3.4 times and increases enamel remineralization by 2.6 times.
Sources:
- Report on determining/confirming the preventive properties of toothpaste “ASEPTA PLUS” GENTLE WHITENING” Author: doctor-researcher A.A. Leontyev, head Department of Preventive Dentistry, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor S.B. Ulitovsky First St. Petersburg State Medical University named after. acad. I.P. Pavlova, Department of Preventive Dentistry
- Report on the determination/confirmation of the preventive properties of personal oral hygiene products “ASEPTA PLUS” Remineralization doctor-researcher A.A. Leontyev, head Department of Preventive Dentistry, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor S.B. Ulitovsky First St. Petersburg State Medical University named after. acad. I.P. Pavlova, Department of Preventive Dentistry
- Clinical studies of antisensitive toothpaste “Asepta Sensitive” (A.A. Leontyev, O.V. Kalinina, S.B. Ulitovsky) A.A. LEONTIEV, dentist O.V. KALININA, dentist S.B. ULITOVSKY, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Prof. Department of Therapeutic Dentistry, St. Petersburg State Medical University named after. acad. I.P. Pavlova
How to prevent plaque formation?
As you know, the best treatment for diseases is their prevention. To prevent unaesthetic plaque on your teeth from bothering you and making you suffer in the dentist’s chair, remember a few rules that will help keep your teeth white, strong and smooth:
- Give up bad habits. No matter how trivial it may sound, it is smoking and alcohol abuse that are the strongest enemies of enamel. Put out the cigarette once and for all, minimize the consumption of wine, beer, vodka and other strong drinks, and within a couple of months you will notice that the condition of your teeth has noticeably improved.
- Review your diet . Coffee, soda, sweet juice and black tea are not at all safe for your teeth, even if you drink them through a straw. And caramels, toffees, cakes and chocolates not only leave an unpleasant coating on the enamel, but also provoke tooth decay. Include more fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs in your diet - these are the foods that allow you to cleanse crowns naturally; in addition, plants strengthen the body.
- Don't write off sugar-free candies and chewing gum . These products activate salivation.
- Remember the rules of personal hygiene . Brushing your teeth twice a day is the key to healthy enamel, crowns, gums and nerves. Choose your toothpaste carefully, brush every square millimeter, be mindful of the space between your teeth, and be sure to remove the film from your tongue.
Effective and safe teeth whitening and cleansing of surface enamel stains is provided by Asepta Plus gentle whitening toothpaste. This paste has a unique multi-stage teeth cleaning system that guarantees whitening for 4 weeks without damaging the tooth enamel. Hydroxyapatite and potassium citrate, which are part of the paste, mineralize weakened tooth enamel, prevent the occurrence of increased tooth sensitivity, and calamus and eleutherococcus extracts strengthen the gums and accelerate the regeneration processes of the oral mucosa.
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Kinds
Stationary
The power of the supplied jet usually does not exceed 550 kPa. The most preferred pulsation frequency does not exceed 1200 pulsating emissions. The device is mounted on a wall or any horizontal surface.
Portable
Completely autonomous, battery-powered devices with a jet power of at least 520 kPa. As a rule, they have the possibility of stepwise adjustment of modes.
Flow irrigators
A fairly democratic and simple device that changes power using a mixer valve.
Mechanical irrigators
The intensity of the supplied jet is set by pumping up the pump by hand.
Traditional methods
Folk methods, which are also quite often used by plaque owners, are the use of crushed activated carbon or a mixture of soda with a 3% hydrogen peroxide solution , which is rubbed into the enamel. However, you should watch out for possible thinning and even destruction of the enamel layer.
IMPORTANT! You should not use this method if your enamel is weak. Is it dangerous.
Hydrogen peroxide
Hydrogen peroxide is also a well-known and frequently used agent. It has both a whitening and cleaning effect. Apply to the enamel using cotton wool or a bandage, and after a few seconds the mouth is rinsed.
After this procedure, deposits are easier to remove with a brush. You can also use hydrogen peroxide in the form of a solution (1 teaspoon in half a glass of water), which is used to rinse your mouth. It is not recommended for use by those with high tooth sensitivity.
Strawberry
This berry allows you to combine business with pleasure. In addition to containing various vitamins, it also has a whitening effect.
Strawberries soften plaque, which is then easier to remove with a brush. You can also use it in crushed form , applying it to your teeth for a while before brushing them.
Lemon
Lemon juice is effective in many cases because of the citric acid it contains. Use a slice of fruit to wipe your teeth after brushing. It is useful to hold lemon peels in your mouth for 10-15 minutes.
Some experts recommend combining lemon with baking soda and hydrogen peroxide. It should not be used by those who have stomatitis and increased acidity of gastric juice.
Blackening of the wisdom tooth
It is not uncommon for patients to come to the clinic with a similar complaint. As a rule, “eights” erupt with problems and with severe pain, and besides, they appear already spoiled. Often, such teeth are simply removed, since they do not bear any load when chewing, and also do not affect aesthetics.
Treatment, of course, can be carried out, but it will be labor-intensive and in most cases useless. It will still need to be removed. We advise you to think carefully before starting treatment.
Possible complications
Of course, with brown layers there is no need to talk about aesthetics. This is an important aspect, but not the main one. Deposits must be removed before they cause serious oral ailments. When the enamel turns black, an irreversible problem develops, such as gingival bleeding caused by plaque around the gums, or tartar, periodontitis or gingivitis, complete destruction of the enamel and increased sensitivity of the units. When the first signs of darkening appear, you should immediately consult a doctor. Do not ignore the disease, as it may indicate diseases of the internal organs.
In such a situation, the patient is referred for consultation to a gastroenterologist, endocrinologist or infectious disease specialist. After receiving information from specialists, the dentist develops a program to restore the color of the affected units and remove plaque between the teeth. If tuberculosis or diabetes mellitus, allergies or parasite infection, gallbladder dyskinesia or other serious ailments are diagnosed, the dentist begins work after treating them.
Prevention measures
To prevent problems of this nature from arising, you should quit smoking. It is necessary to limit the introduction of drinks with a coloring effect into the diet, especially coffee. The menu should actively include solid foods that are rich in fiber. In this way, natural cleaning is carried out. Take care of your oral cavity daily, including not only cleaning your incisors and molars, but also your tongue. Use special threads, as well as medicated rinses. If you still need medical help, contact a clinic that provides dental treatment in St. Petersburg. Regular visits to the dentist will allow you to correctly determine the condition of the oral cavity and correctly prescribe therapy.
Laser
Removal using laser. This method is gentle and allows you to preserve the enamel. The procedure is painless and does not harm the enamel. For example, when sandblasting your teeth, your gums may begin to bleed, but a laser will save you from this unpleasant moment.
NOTE: not every clinic provides such a service, and its cost cannot be called low. The price for laser therapy starts from 3 thousand rubles. in one session.
The photo shows laser deep cleaning of stones and plaque
