Dental calculus (tartar) is formed by the precipitation of calcium on the bacterial plaque that adheres to the tooth surfaces and cannot be cleaned if it is not brushed well. Tartars appear as yellow or brown deposits near the gingival margin of the teeth.

Tartars cause gingivitis, bleeding, and later on, gum recession and bone loss around the teeth. Root surfaces of the teeth are exposed, resulting in tooth sensitivity. If it is not cleaned for a long time, sagging of the teeth and tooth loss are seen in the long term.

Regular and adequate brushing is important to prevent gum recession and tooth loss. The tartars formed should be cleaned. With cleaning, the swelling in the gums decreases, the bleeding stops, the gums tighten and return to their healthy state.

While cleaning the tartar on the tooth surface, no thinning or scratching in the tooth structure occur. With tartar cleaning, no abrasion occurs on the tooth tissue. As a preventive measure, a dental check-up should be performed every 6 months in addition to tartar cleaning, when necessary.