Dental calculus can only be removed by professional dentists or dental experts. At present, the most effective technology is to clean teeth with ultrasonic dental cleaner. Hand tools commonly used to remove dental plaque and calculus include scraper, scraper, file, chisel and chisel.
The purpose of tooth cleaning is to remove all dental calculus from teeth, including subgingival calculus, so that people can keep their oral health without causing bone loss or increasing the risk of gingival recession.
After removing dental calculus, patients usually need to receive education about dental calculus; Dentists will also encourage patients to pay more attention to oral health.
People can't get rid of dental calculus by themselves at home. If you insist on cleaning dental calculus at home, it is easy to damage the tooth surface and cannot completely remove dental calculus.
Therefore, it is recommended to do two things well:
First, in daily life, we must pay attention to the prevention of dental calculus. Here's how to prevent dental calculus;
Second, you must find a professional dentist to remove dental calculus and clean your teeth.
Reducing dental plaque is the key to dental health and gum care.
Floss. Floss or rinse your teeth every day to remove food and plaque between your teeth. Studies have shown that flossing before brushing can remove more dental plaque.
Brush your teeth. Brush your teeth with a soft toothbrush (manual or electric) and fluoride toothpaste for two minutes. Brush at least twice a day, preferably after each meal.
Chew gum. Sugar-free gum is the first choice If you can't brush your teeth quickly after eating and drinking water, you can chew sugar-free gum. Choose one with the seal of American Dental Association (ADA).
Healthy food. Eat less foods and drinks containing sugar and starch. Instead, choose nutritious foods and snacks, such as plain yogurt, cheese, raw vegetables or fruits.
Dental examination, at least twice a year.
Mouthwash, gargle with over-the-counter or prescription antibacterial mouthwash.
Toothpaste, anti-plaque toothpaste. Note that only toothpaste containing hydrated silica, PAP, HAP and other mild ingredients is recommended here.