Be careful with tartar on your teeth, it can affect your heart health

Dr. Diogo Coelho explains that, in addition to brushing, dental cleaning needs to be done every six months

Unlike bacterial plaque, tartar has color. (Photo: Disclosure)

An old acquaintance that bothers your appearance, tartar on your teeth can even cause concerns about your heart health. Therefore, it is important to remain alert and not leave care for later. Now, understand what to do to prevent this headache.

Classified as a mineral formation, tartar is perceived as having a strong color, different from bacterial plaques, which are almost transparent. In the case of tartar, the food remains that remain on the teeth are calcified when there is not adequate cleaning.

With this in mind, another detail to pay attention to is if you smoke, drink tea, wine, coffee or other liquids and foods with intense colors. This is because tartar formation is porous and can absorb stains even more easily.

In addition to cleaning at home, the recommendation is to have periodic cleaning with a dentist. (Photo: Disclosure)

Regarding the severity of the problems that can be generated, it is important to think about what inflammations come into existence. Thus, when cases are intense, bacteria from the mouth can reach the heart and infect internal structures.

An example of an alarming situation is that bacteria can even generate bacterial endocarditis, a disease that can lead to death.

So, the tip is to brush your teeth at least three times a day, considering that it is not recommended to go more than eight hours without cleaning. Additionally, you should see your dentist every six months.

With hygiene carried out by a professional, a deep cleaning is carried out and plaques are removed, ensuring that the teeth remain free of impurities.

Calcified layer may be noticed near the gums. (Photo: Disclosure)

In addition to observing the periodicity, some characteristics can also be noticed that indicate the need for a consultation, such as rough, yellowish or brownish teeth near the gums, bad breath, sensitivity and mobility.

Synthesizing all the ideas, tartar brings together several warnings, as it is as much about aesthetics and oral health as it is influencing the health of your entire body. The best thing, in all cases, is to carry out preventive consultations and avoid more complicated consequences.

Now that you know about the importance of taking care of your oral health, look for a Refinare Clinic to get your diagnosis.

Working with the most advanced technologies and having international experience, the Dr. Diogo Coelho (CRO/MS 5501) is a reference in Mato Grosso do Sul. In addition to being a dentist, Diogo He is a teacher and speaker, so his reliability is even greater.