A beautiful smile is not just a criterion of attractiveness, but also an important indicator of the he alth of every person. For complete oral care, without which the teeth would quickly lose their whiteness, regular brushing or chewing gum is not enough. The food consumed is deposited on the tooth enamel, in periodontal pockets, and if it is not removed in time, then at home the former dazzling smile cannot be returned. Cleaning teeth from tartar is practically a jeweler's work of a professional dentist, and it is impossible to do it yourself with high quality.
How to get rid of tartar at the dental clinic?
This procedure is performed exclusively for the rehabilitation of the oral cavity. It must be done at least once every 10-12 months. Cleaning stones on tooth enamel carries not only hygienic functions. Due to the removal of hardened plaque from the surface of the crown, the doctor has the opportunity to objectively assess the condition of the teeth, to detect caries at the stage of itsnucleation and choose the shade of the filling, identical to the natural tone of the enamel.
To remove fossilized formations, mainly accumulating in the gum pocket, dentists perform a whole range of therapeutic and preventive actions:
- First of all, the old plaque is removed. It is worth considering some features of the procedure, if you take into account the reviews: cleaning tartar can cause pain or discomfort, and therefore sometimes requires local anesthesia.
- At the second stage, the surface is polished, due to which the crown acquires a fresh, uniform tone.
- At the end - enamel fluoridation. The final stage, during which a strengthening coating is applied to the surface of the enamel.
Professional ways to clean and whiten teeth
Today, there are several ways to clean your teeth from hardened plaque. The oldest is the manual method of stone removal. Cleaning is carried out using a curette, which every self-respecting dentist should own. Despite the existence of innovative approaches to the sanitation of the oral cavity, the manual method of removing tartar is still popular today. In addition, no modern device is able to penetrate under the gum to remove root plaque without injuring soft tissues.
The manual method of removing stones is recognized as more delicate and of higher quality than, for example, the chemical method of cleaning the tooth surface. Its essence is to usespecial softening agents that affect old "deposits". Due to the aggressiveness of the components and the high risk of an allergic reaction, dry cleaning is extremely rare.
As for the laser procedure for cleaning tooth enamel, you can use this service only in expensive private clinics. At the same time, the high cost of manipulation is not always due to its effectiveness - a second session is often required to achieve the desired result.
Ultrasound from tartar and plaque
Tooth cleaning with ultrasound is the most popular technique that does not imply a harmful effect on enamel. This is the latest dental procedure, absolutely harmless to patients and sparing for their oral cavity. Since it is the cleaning of plaque and tartar with the help of ultrasound that is the most popular method for transforming a smile, it is worth dwelling on its description in more detail.
Manipulation takes place with the help of a special device - scaler. The device conducts ultrasonic vibrations, gently and painlessly affecting the yellowed enamel. Unlike other types of procedures intended for the sanitation of the oral cavity, this dental procedure allows you to effectively whiten your teeth and prevent the appearance of calcium deposits in the root zone, thoroughly clean the canals and strengthen the gums.
In addition, the cost of ultrasonic cleaning of teeth from plaque and calculus is significantly different from an expensive laser session, andtherefore considered more accessible. At the same time, the most economical option today is the manual method of cleaning the enamel.
Who doesn't want ultrasonic cleaning?
Regardless of the financial capabilities of the patient, the choice of procedure should be approached responsibly. Before cleaning the stones with ultrasound, the dentist must examine the condition of the teeth. With excessive thinning of the enamel surface, ultrasonic treatment is contraindicated.
Experts do not recommend performing the procedure in a number of other cases. Thus, ultrasonic cleaning of teeth from tartar is undesirable for pregnant women and other patients who:
- have jaw implants;
- suffer from diseases of the respiratory system (asthma, chronic bronchitis);
- recently had an infectious and inflammatory process in the oral cavity;
- under 16;
- sick with tuberculosis, HIV, hepatitis.
Most visitors to the dental office are worried before starting the procedure, fearing the upcoming pain and discomfort. But, as practice has shown, in the absence of contraindications, all experiences are in vain - ultrasound does not harm the he alth of the teeth. To obtain the expected result, it is advisable to contact a qualified doctor for the provision of the service.
How is the procedure?
The ultrasonic cleaning procedure itself can be described as follows:
- First the dentist preparesequipment. The scaler is mounted in a machine installation, a saliva ejector is placed in the patient's oral cavity - a device that eliminates excess fluid during the process.
- When started, the scaler oscillates rapidly at a frequency sufficient to impact the ultrasonic frequency, which helps to separate the tartar from the enamel.
- In parallel with the main apparatus, water or a medicinal solution of low concentration is supplied, washing the treated tooth.
- To successfully clean the stones, the nozzle is guided along the surface of the enamel.
- At the end of the procedure, the tooth enamel is polished. An additional nozzle is put on and a special abrasive compound is used.
- Fluoridation of the surface is performed, as a rule, at the request of the patient. The purpose of this stage is to protect the teeth after cleaning the stones, to ensure the prevention of carious destruction.
By the way, enamel finishing (polishing and fluoridation) is carried out not only after the ultrasonic procedure. After removal of tartar manually or with a laser, partial exposure of the dentinal canals may also occur, which in itself is fraught with increased sensitivity to cold, hot, sour, etc.
Home methods for removing plaque and tartar on teeth
Home methods of cleaning stones on tooth enamel are also popular. Their use is far from always effective in advanced cases, when the deposits have already hardened. However, whenPeriodic use of folk recipes can keep teeth white for a long time and delay going to the dentist. The most common natural stone cleaners are:
- Radish. To prepare a prophylactic composition, you will need gruel of the fruit of black radish, 1 tsp. lemon juice. With rubbing movements, the pulp is applied to problem areas, leaving it to act for several minutes. The tool is not suitable for everyone because of the specific aroma, which will remind of itself for some time.
- Honey and horsetail. To begin with, a decoction is prepared (2 tablespoons of water are taken for 1 tablespoon of dry vegetable raw materials), boiled. After the infusion has cooled, be sure to strain it and add 1 tbsp. l. honey. Use as a mouthwash after every meal and after brushing your teeth. The recommended frequency of use is 3 times a day.
- Oak and walnut bark. By analogy with the previous recipe, a decoction is prepared, which is used to rinse the mouth several times a day. Both components are taken in equal amounts (1 tsp each), mixed and poured with cold water. Next, the broth is brought to a boil, left on low heat, removed after half an hour.
Hydrogen peroxide: how to apply?
Referring to the reviews of people experimenting with home whitening and tartar removal, it is worth noting the effectiveness of hydrogen peroxide, a bottle of which is in every first aid kit. By the way, this substance underlies not onedental system for removing plaque and tartar. Hydrogen peroxide is used in abrasive fluoride pastes used during dental procedures because it acts on hard deposits, loosening them due to the action of active oxygen.
Used in its pure form, the liquid helps to repel plaque from the enamel walls. But also do not forget that hydrogen peroxide is a very aggressive substance for teeth, and therefore, if used improperly, it can lead to an increase in their sensitivity and burns to the oral mucosa. The scheme for using peroxide is simple: in a ratio of 1: 3 it is mixed with cold boiled water, after which it is applied to tooth enamel with a cotton swab for a couple of minutes, then rinsed thoroughly with water. It is important that the solution does not get into the esophagus, as well as on the tongue, gums, lips.
Soda: a simple remedy for beautiful teeth
Soda is used to clean teeth from tartar no less than hydrogen peroxide. You can get rid of yellow plaque and darkening on the enamel if you work with an abrasive on its surface for several days. Despite the relative safety of this remedy, it is undesirable to use it for bleeding and gum disease, in the presence of ulcers, wounds on the oral mucosa, in the destruction of dental crowns.
More effective for whitening is a combination of soda with citric acid. Such a paste, however strange it may sound, is even used to clean the toilet from stones. Indeed, return the plumbingthe former shine can be done in a couple of hours without any colossal financial costs. The prepared paste (liquid essence is sometimes used instead of powdered citric acid) is applied to dirty areas, left for some time to act, and then washed off with hot water. A softened urinary stone is easily removed with a brush.
Returning to the topic of cleaning tartar with soda, we should give as an example a couple of recipes for preparing this paste:
- With 1 tsp. soda mix a pinch of citric acid, add 10 drops of water, stir and rub it on problem areas of the dentition for a couple of minutes.
- To 1 tsp. soda add 10 drops of hydrogen peroxide. Next, you need to wipe the enamel with the prepared mixture and rinse immediately.
Oil to soften teeth stones
In dental practice, vegetable oils are often used (olive, sesame, coconut are ideal for the oral cavity). They are distinguished by their ability to soften hardened deposits.
To return the smile to its former freshness and charm, you need to rinse your teeth with vegetable oil in the morning and evening. To do this, there is no need to periodically spit it out - just take the oil into your mouth once and hold it for 10-15 minutes. After the plaque and stones soften, you need to brush your teeth with a brush and paste. After a week, the result will be visible to the naked eye.
Prevention of the formation of stones on the teeth
The softening properties of vegetable oils are indispensable for cleaning fecal stones. It is important to note that diseases of the gastrointestinal tract are common causes of accelerated plaque formation on the teeth. Disorders in the work of the digestive organs are always reflected in the state of the oral cavity. That is why the prevention of the formation of plaque on the tongue and stones on the tooth enamel has a lot in common with measures to prevent constipation, hardening of feces:
- Every morning you need to start with a glass of clean water, drink only on an empty stomach!
- After the last meal, you need to drink a couple of tablespoons of linseed, sesame or olive oil. By the way, the dinner itself should be easily digestible, not leave a feeling of heaviness in the stomach. Foods that cause fermentation, bloating, flatulence are best avoided.
- To maintain intestinal he alth and beauty of teeth, instead of tea and coffee, it is advisable to give preference to beetroot or carrot juice, fresh apples.
- Don't forget about hygiene. Always wash fruits and vegetables thoroughly before eating.
How and with what to brush your teeth so that there are no stones?
After cleaning tartar, it is important to remember that only regular preventive actions will help prevent the re-formation of tartar. Initially, they are the thinnest soft films covering the enamel surface. If they are not eliminated in a timely manner, then in just a couple of weeks they will take the form of lime deposits. First of all, they appear between the teeth, inroot zone, especially with loose, not tight gums.
One of the preventive measures aimed directly at preventing stones is the right choice of toothpaste. Here's what to consider when buying it:
- Toothpaste should contain tensides - these substances penetrate even into the most hidden and cramped areas of both jaws.
- For the prevention of tartar, the content of abrasive substances in it, such as calcium carbonate, must be mandatory.
- Toothpaste must be chosen based on the principle of protecting and strengthening the gums.
- It is advisable to use an antibacterial rinse after brushing your teeth.
No need to try to clean your teeth from stones with improvised means (for example, with a needle). This can lead not only to damage to the enamel, but also to serious injury to soft tissues, infection and complications.
