ORAL HYGIENE - REMOVAL OF TARTAR BUILD-UP

The causes for tartar and plaque buildup

Numerous materials present in the oral cavity can deposit on the tooth surface. These materials can be soft, hard, transparent or colored. They are significant because they play an important part in the formation of periodontal disease. Plaque forms on improperly cleaned tooth surfaces and crowns and bridges. Plaques are mainly composed of bacteria. When a plaque calcifies (calcium-carbonate-limestone deposits), tartar forms. Different agents (for example coffee, tea, cola, smoking) can discolor teeth, as well as tartar. Tartar usually deposits either supra or sub gingivally. In greatest concentration, tartar builds up across from the orifices of great salivary glands.

Complications

If we do not remove plaque regularly by brushing our teeth after eating, the tartar that develops, especially under the gums, might cause inflammation. In this case, the gum tissue reddens, becomes painful, bleeds during brushing, and separates from the tooth. Pockets might develop around the teeth, the inflammation might spread deeper into the periodontal tissues, and eventually bone loss might result. The teeth could start to migrate, become mobile, or even fall out.

Oral Hygiene

We will describe and teach to each patient how to use the tools for effective oral hygiene. The honing of proper tooth brushing technique plays a major part in maintaining the patients gums, teeth and restorations. Doing so extends the life of teeth.

Tartar removal

This is the basic treatment plan that we employ when treating inflamed gum tissue and periodontal diseases. Removal of tartar build-up (cleaning) procedure removes plaque, tartar build-up as well as other deposits and discolorations. Prior to the procedure we anesthetize the mucosa with a 10% Lidocaine spray. We perform the treatment with an ULTRASONIC SCALER.

This device, with the help of crystal induced vibrations, effectively removes any build-up. We perform the more delicate, especially sub-gingival treatments, with hand instruments. After the removal of the tartar build-up, we polish the surface of the teeth. Smooth enamel surfaces of the teeth are less favorable for plaque attachment.

Postoperative care

After plaque removal, cervical sensitivity (to cold, warm, sweet, or sour) might result. This sensitivity can be eliminated within 1-2 weeks by using Sensitive toothpaste, or Fluor gel. The time needed for tartar build-up to redevelop, largely depends on individual factors, such as eating habits and the effectiveness of personal oral hygiene.

Charge for removal of tartar build-up

16.000 HUF > Euro
Charge for examination and consultation: 4.000 HUF > Euro

Appointments: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 8 pm.
Telephone: + (36 1) 266 7766