Dental plaque

If plaque stays on the tooth surface for a long time, it can calcify and harden. This is called tartar. Tartar mainly forms just below the gum line and behind and between your teeth, because these are the places that are often missed when brushing. Tartar can no longer be removed by brushing and must be removed professionally.

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Tartar treatment

Once tartar has formed, it can be removed by a dental hygienist, prevention assistant or dentist. Tartar can be removed in two ways: with a small hook, which scrapes the tartar away, or with a device that produces ultrasonic vibrations. The vibrations loosen the tartar.

After the treatment, your teeth can be polished. Polishing is done with a small brush and a polishing paste. The paste is applied to your teeth, after which the teeth are polished with the brush.

Why have tartar removed?

Removing tartar tackles one of the causes of gum inflammation. If you maintain good oral hygiene after the cleaning, your gums can recover. Polishing removes unwanted staining and restores the appearance of your teeth.

Over time, tartar can cause gum problems. It is therefore important to have tartar removed. Even better is to prevent it. Brush your teeth at least twice a day with fluoride toothpaste and also clean between your teeth with floss, toothpicks or interdental brushes. You can always ask your practitioner for a personalised plan.

How much does this treatment cost?

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Frequently asked questions

How can you prevent tartar?

Brush your teeth at least twice a day with fluoride toothpaste. Also clean between your teeth with floss, toothpicks or interdental brushes.

How often should tartar be removed?

This depends entirely on how well you keep your mouth clean yourself and whether you are prone to building up tartar. It is common to have this done twice a year.

What is the difference between plaque and tartar?

Plaque can turn into tartar. Over time, plaque hardens and calcifies, at which point we call it tartar. This usually happens in places that are hard to reach when brushing.

What colour is plaque?

Plaque has a cream-coloured tint, which means it is not always easy to see. When it calcifies and becomes tartar, it turns yellow, brown, grey or even black.

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Loef Mondzorg

Our dental practice at Weena 91 is easy to reach, right in the centre of Rotterdam and within walking distance of Rotterdam Central Station. Thanks to this central location, the practice is easily accessible by public transport: several train, metro, tram and bus lines stop close to the Weena, including metro lines B, D and E. From Rotterdam Central Station you will be at the practice within a few minutes, making it ideal for residents of Rotterdam as well as patients from surrounding towns.

The practice is also easy to reach by car via the main roads into the city centre, with parking facilities nearby. This means Loef Mondzorg combines a central location with excellent accessibility, both by public transport and by car.

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Weena 91, 3013 CH Rotterdam
010 200 4815
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