DDHK.ORG - The presence of tartar must be very annoying. Starting from disturbing appearance, to make a toothache. Hence, many people are looking for ways to get rid of it.
Actually, what is tartar? Tartar is the accumulation of plaque and minerals from saliva that hardens and creates a new, blanket-like layer on the teeth. Usually, tartar is yellow, brown, to black and settles behind or between teeth.
Tartar is also often the cause of various problems, such as bad breath, bleeding gums, sensitive teeth, and cavities that must be extracted. The most effective way to remove tartar is by scaling or scaling by a dentist, either in a clinic or in a hospital, using special tools.
Well, it turns out that there are several things that can be done to prevent the appearance of tartar, as reported by CNN Indonesia from Healthline, as recommended by the American Dental Association (ADA).
First, diligently brush your teeth. Brush your teeth twice a day, because plaque can harden into tartar in just a matter of hours. Brush your teeth for at least two minutes per session.
Second, choose a soft-bristled toothbrush. A soft-bristled toothbrush is the type most dentists recommend. Apart from being safe for the gums, a soft-bristled toothbrush can reach between your teeth and gum pockets, which are places where tartar grows.
Third, choose a toothpaste containing fluoride. Fluoride content can help repair tooth enamel damage caused by tartar.
Fluoride can also control tartar. Studies say the use of fluoride toothpaste can reduce tartar by about 35 percent.
In addition to fluoride, you can also use baking soda because it is also abrasive or removes plaque. Toothpaste that contains triclosan can also be used because it fights bacteria in plaque.
Fourth, brush your teeth at an angle to the gums. The ADA recommends this incline of up to 45 degrees.
The goal, so that the bristles are able to reach the gap between the teeth and gums. This location is usually a place for plaque and tartar to hide. Also brush the gum pocket area, where the teeth and gums meet. It is also a favorite place for plaque and tartar.
Fifth, use dental floss regularly. In addition to brushing your teeth regularly, use dental floss or flossing at least once a day. Dental floss can help remove dirt or food debris stuck between the teeth. Also, to help scrape off plaque.
Sixth, use mouthwash. Mouthwashes that contain bacteria-fighting ingredients, such as cetylpyridinium chloride, chlorhexidine, and certain essential oils can fight plaque and tartar.
Seventh, drink tea, and eat fruits and vegetables. Studies show that consuming green tea can reduce the number of bacteria in the mouth. If you don't drink tea, you can also use a mouthwash that contains tea.
Another way to get rid of tartar is to eat whole and fresh fruits or vegetables, such as apples, strawberries, carrots, celery. The process of chewing this type of food will encourage the production of saliva, so that it can wash away bacteria and plaque in the mouth. The same is true for the consumption of sugar-free gum. [DDHKNews]
