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Sodium bicarbonate.
Sodium bicarbonate is one of the best home remedies for removing tartar.
Mix two parts of sodium bicarbonate for a slice of salt with a little water.
Soak the toothbrush in this mixture and rub it on the areas where the tartar has accumulated.
It is important to rinse your mouth thoroughly afterwards, preferably with a water-propeller, as no trace of sodium bicarbonate should be left, as contact with the patient may damage the enamel.
Lemon juice:
Lemon has excellent bactericidal properties. In this case, mix the juice with a half-lemon with about 150 ml of water and use it to rinse your mouth like a mouthwash.
Lemon can also damage the teeth due to its acidity, so it is advisable to rinse your mouth thoroughly after use.
Hydrogen peroxide
: prepare a mixture of about 100 ml of water and 30 ml of hydrogen peroxide and rinse your mouth with this mixture to disinfect and remove tartar.
Remember to rinse your mouth thoroughly after use.
Causes of accumulation
There are various causes of accumulation of scale, including:
Poor oral hygiene.
Older people are more prone to the accumulation of tartar.
Problems with dry mouth.
Tobacco use.
The appearance of mispositioned or twisted teeth.
Lack of vitamin C.
Poor food.
Poor dental restorations.
Some medicines promote the formation of tartar.
Certain diseases, such as AIDS and leukaemia, weaken the patient’s immunity, thereby promoting the accumulation of tartar and the development of gingivitis.
Hormonal changes.
Viral diseases.
Diseases caused by fungi or bacterial plaques.
Genetics can also be a determining factor in the accumulation of scale.
Once the main causes of the appearance of tartar on our teeth are known, it is important to act preventively to avoid its training, in order to benefit from a better quality of life and better oral safety.
Symptoms of scale accumulation.
The best way to get rid of scale is to consult a trusted dentist and ask for full descaling. For this, it is important to be alert to symptoms that indicate excessive accumulation of tartar.
Inflammation of the gums.
Bad breath.
The colour of the gums becomes dark red, or even purple.
It is often the case that the gums begin to retract.
Increased sensitivity of the gums.
It is common for the gums to bump more easily when brushing or using dental floss.
In all cases, it is essential to ensure good oral health. It is therefore advisable to consult a trusted dentist on a regular basis. A professional dentist will be able to diagnose and monitor any abnormality as soon as possible, which will prevent the progression of oral problems and find a faster and simpler solution.
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