Once tartar buildup reaches a certain level, home oral care alone may not be sufficient. While regular brushing and maintaining good oral hygiene can help reduce tartar buildup, professional dental care is necessary to safely remove the hardened deposits that cling firmly to the tooth surface. In particular, plaque and hardened layers that accumulate around the gum line can negatively impact oral health over time.
Dental tartar removal is known as the process of removing hardened plaque buildup on the teeth, between the teeth, and along the gumline using specialized techniques. Unlike standard daily cleaning routines, this procedure aims to thoroughly clean hard-to-reach areas inside the mouth. This not only cleans the tooth surfaces but also supports the gum tissues in achieving a healthier structure.
Various techniques are also employed during the procedure. In the traditional method, tartar layers adhering to the tooth surface are carefully removed using specialized dental equipment. Thanks to fine-tipped instruments capable of reaching below the gum line, deposits in areas not visible to the naked eye can also be removed. In more advanced cases, procedures are performed to clean the surfaces of the tooth roots. In this method, the root surfaces are smoothed to reduce bacterial buildup, thereby ensuring more comprehensive oral hygiene.