Black dental tartar on the gum: cause and treatment

When tartar covers the gums, the entire teeth suffer. Teeth become unsightly and smiling in public becomes a complex factor. Indeed, everyone dreams of a healthy smile, white teeth and without an ounce of stain, black furrows or black lines . This is the sine qua none condition for sporting a beautiful and dazzling smile that you will feel proud of. The black discolorations that cover the teeth find their origin in various factors.

Whatever these may be, it is possible to remedy them by resorting to appropriate treatments. Understand the causes and learn more about suitable solutions against black tartar on the gums. 😉

Tartar refers to a sticky film that is created by the concentration and hardening of dental or bacterial plaque that has not been eliminated . The latter is organized under the action of bacteria present in the mouth, themselves resulting from food residues stuck between the teeth and in the oral cavity. 👄

It is to avoid this problem that dentists advise against soft foods , because they are more likely to adhere to the tooth. They especially recommend those that are solid, chewable, chewable or chewable. 🍐 In addition to their poor ability to adhere to the dental surface, these foods strengthen your teeth .

Abuse of alcohol and sweets harm the tooth. Coffee is one of the products that causes the coloring of teeth . ☕ To combat this phenomenon, you must stop or reduce the consumption of these substances. And when you consume it, you have to brush it the next moment. This is essential to ensure fresh breath and healthy teeth .

Black dental tartar on the gums results from two main attitudes: a poor eating routine and poor oral hygiene. But it can also be a symptom of gingivitis or a more serious pathology.

A poor eating routine results in eating acidic, sugary and protein-rich foods too regularly. These promote bacterial proliferation. For the good health of your teeth and to maintain healthy gums , you must also avoid alcohol and tobacco, which can also worsen gum abscesses if you have them. 🚬

Tartar forms above and below the gum line and is one of the many causes of brown or black tooth stains , brown teeth or gray teeth , and black gums . When it reaches a critical level, it causes oral inflammation 💥 , leading to the progressive destruction of enamel and gums. This phenomenon can cause many oral diseases. This is the case, for example, of caries and gingivitis or periodontitis (or severe periodontitis ).

However, it is possible to reduce the risks of this disease by knowing the foods to avoid to prevent periodontitis.

When this disease affects the gums, the tooth gradually changes color. It is the worsening of the problem that causes the gums and teeth to turn black . ⚫ Initially, this disorder appears as a whitish condensation, which forms above the gum line. This formation is called supragingival tartar .

Sometimes dental plaque, which should normally be eliminated, concentrates in areas of the mouth where saliva stagnates. This is particularly the case for the internal surface of the lower front teeth and the external surface of the molars. We then speak of subgingival tartar . Dark brown in color, its location is below the gum line. It tarnishes over time until it completely blackens.

In reality, it is the age and location of the tartar that define its coloring. 📆 Regardless of its location, in the mouth, it contains identical compounds. However, when it turns black, new substances are added to those present in the light variants. They come in particular from ambient liquids .

Dead mineralized bacteria and proteins contained in saliva are common to all forms of tartar. 😰 However, the one located below the gum line is also corrupted by blood and its derivatives resulting from decomposition . The gingival craticular fluid joins the dance to, in turn, add some substances to the condensed plaque and thus consolidate it. Note that, to avoid this or at least minimize the risks, it is also possible to strengthen your gums to keep your gums normal and healthy .

To get rid of this disease and help your teeth return to excellent health, there are many solutions. However, their implementation requires the informed advice of specialists in dental diseases, dentists in this case. To avoid getting to this stage, there is a simple solution, which is to adopt a good oral routine and brush your teeth properly .

Descaling is carried out in different ways. The most common method requires the use of ultrasonic instruments . These emit vibrations forcing the tartar to come off on its own. This treatment is painless and has no side effects . ☝️ While the device vibrates, a hose sprays water into your mouth to help remove tartar.

After scaling, the dentist proceeds to polish the teeth. An operation aimed at removing persistent tartar residue and making the surface of the tooth smooth.

Descaling can be done in one or two operations depending on the severity of the stains. The first, consisting of removing tartar from the tooth surface is called supragingival. In some patients, tartar can migrate and affect the roots of the gums . Therefore, subgingival scaling is necessary. Relying solely on the skills of the dental surgeon, this treatment is painful. Hence the need to put you under local anesthesia. 😴

To access the tartar, which sticks to the roots of the gum, the practitioner must first remove the latter. However, the expected result is not always obtained after one session. To treat this dental problem, the patient often has to undergo several sessions of procedures . 👍

We remind you that descaling at home is a very bad idea and strongly discouraged! It is imperative to go to the dentist.

Good oral hygiene is essential to eliminate the bacteria responsible for dental plaque. This way, you slow down the accumulation of dental plaque and tartar, which must be eliminated at all costs .

To comply with this rule, dental health specialists recommend brushing at least twice a day , every morning when you wake up and every evening before going to bed. 🌙 After evening brushing, it is forbidden to eat or drink before going to bed. The only possible hot drink is water.

For effective brushing, the quality of your brush and toothpaste remains a determining factor. Indeed, not all brushes and toothpastes are equal and do not allow you to brush your teeth well . In addition, only a few rare references are suitable for all users. 💁

Furthermore, avoid brushes with medium or hard bristles. These are likely to damage the enamel. They could also cause irritation orinflammation of the gums . A dentist will always advise you to use brushes with soft or even extra-soft bristles and to choose an electric type brush , because of its greater efficiency, a real asset for your oral health. 😉
You should also remember to change your toothbrush regularly for wear and hygiene reasons!

For deep brushing, capable of removing all dental plaque , dentists recommend electric brushes with many benefits . These come in two types, so you should learn how to choose the right electric toothbrush . The models that have proven their effectiveness but also their great softness are sonic brushes rather than rotary ones . 🪥