Largest Piece of Tartar Ever: This may be the biggest piece of tartar i’ve seen in my life. Take a look at the size of this tartar, it even has a tooth attached to it when removing it. But why did this happen? Tartar is formed by the calcification of dental plaque.
Common questions:
What removes hardened tartar
How do dentists remove hardened tartar
Can tartar be removed at home
Can I scrape my own tartar
How do you remove calcified tartar
Does tartar cause gum disease
How do I get rid of tartar on my gums
Can gums recover from tartar
What happens if tartar is left untreated
Dental plaque is that yellowish thing that attaches to the tooth surfaces when they are not properly cleaned. This tartar contains a lot of bacteria. Tartar is the main cause of periodontitis or periodontal disease which is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults.
To avoid the formation of this tartar is important to maintain an adequate oral hygiene and perform periodontal prophylaxis or dental cleanings periodically. In the case of this patient it is likely that she has a psychological or mobility problem that has prevented her from brushing her teeth for a long time.
