Easy Steps and Inexpensive Treatment To Get Rid of Terrible Tartar, Bad Breath and Plaque

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But for those who don’t have time and seeking for practical way to maintain oral hygiene just keep reading as we will share to you what is the effective treatment.

Aside from doing daily tooth brushing and flossing some people have their regular checkup for oral hygiene which necessary to maintain your teeth free from plaque, tartar and other oral health issues.

What is Plaque and Tartar?

Plaque is colorless to pale yellow. It’s the fuzzy feeling on the surface of your teeth. Plaque is an extremely sticky deposit of biofilm that regularly forms on your teeth.

While tartar is tough—it’s a hard, crusty deposit that can trap stains and leads to tooth discoloration. Tartar is formed when residual plaque on the surface of the tooth reacts with minerals in your saliva.

Tartar is a yellow or brown colored deposit that forms when plaque mineralizes on your teeth.

How does Plaque and Tartar form and Why they become harmful?

Common foods that contribute to plaque formation and growth include those containing carbohydrates, or simple sugars, such as sucrose and starches, found in soft drinks and candy.

When saliva, food, and fluids combine in your mouth they produce the nutrition that allows the bacteria to grow and deposit which collect on teeth and gums and especially where the teeth and gums meet.

Plaque bacteria produce acids that attack your tooth enamel and if left undisturbed can lead to gingivitis and other oral health issues.

Over time, if plaque isn’t removed on a regular basis, minerals from your saliva are deposited into the plaque biofilm causing it to harden within 24 to 72 hours, turning into tartar. While you can remove plaque at home, tartar removal requires the help of a dental professional.

When tartar is hardened onto your teeth, it becomes like a trap to harmful bacteria. This bacteria can irritate your gums and lead to an infection known as gingivitis, the earliest stage of gum disease. If not removed, this illness can progress to cause a number of serious health issues like respiratory illness, heart disease, and stroke.

Here is the treatment for removing Plaque and Tartar using home remedies:

Materials needed:

- Baking soda
- Toothbrush
- Hydrogen peroxide
- Salt
- Water
- Cup
- Dental pick
- Antiseptic mouth wash

Procedure:

1. To start off, just mix 1 tbsp. baking soda with ½ tsp. salt in a small container. Your toothbrush should be wet then dip it into the mixture. Brush thoroughly your teeth as usual then spit it. Brush your teeth for about five minutes.

2. Next, mixing of hydrogen peroxide and warm water then swish around your mouth for a minute, then spit and rinse with cool water.

3. Afterwards, by using a dental pick, remove the yellow tartar from your teeth. Don’t scrape too hard as you may damage your gums.

4. Lastly, rinse your mouth with a sterile mouth wash. Repeat the treatment every two days.

Note: When the plaque and tartar has been accumulated over the years and has affected the gum line, the treatment may require plenty of patience and is also painful.

Tips to eliminate forming of Plaque and Tartar:

Regular Cleanings
Use Fluoride Toothpastes
Floss Daily
Use an Electric Toothbrush (remember to replace it every 3 months)
Incorporate Mouthwash
Eat Healthy