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It forms when plaque is not removed effectively and then hardens, often near the gumline or behind the lower front teeth. Once tartar has formed, you cannot remove it properly by brushing at home. It needs professional removal by a dentist or dental hygienist.<\/p>\n      <\/section>\n\n      <section>\n        <h2>Why tartar forms<\/h2>\n        <p>Plaque is a soft bacterial film that forms on teeth every day. If plaque stays on the teeth, minerals in saliva can harden it into tartar.<\/p>\n        <p>Tartar creates a rough surface where more plaque can collect, which can irritate gums and contribute to bleeding, inflammation and gum disease.<\/p>\n      <\/section>\n      <section>\n        <h2>Where tartar often appears<\/h2>\n        <ul>\n          <li>Along the gumline.<\/li>\n          <li>Behind the lower front teeth.<\/li>\n          <li>Around crowded teeth.<\/li>\n          <li>Between teeth where cleaning is difficult.<\/li>\n          <li>Around old fillings, crowns or bridges.<\/li>\n          <li>Near salivary gland openings.<\/li>\n          <li>Around dental implants or orthodontic retainers if cleaning is difficult.<\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n      <\/section>\n      <section>\n        <h2>Plaque vs tartar<\/h2>\n        <table>\n          <caption>This table explains the difference between soft plaque and hardened tartar.<\/caption>\n          <thead>\n            <tr>\n              <th scope=\"col\">Feature<\/th>\n              <th scope=\"col\">Plaque<\/th>\n              <th scope=\"col\">Tartar<\/th>\n            <\/tr>\n          <\/thead>\n          <tbody>\n            <tr>\n              <td>Texture<\/td>\n              <td>Soft, sticky bacterial film.<\/td>\n              <td>Hard, mineralized deposit.<\/td>\n            <\/tr>\n            <tr>\n              <td>Removal<\/td>\n              <td>Can be removed with effective brushing and interdental cleaning.<\/td>\n              <td>Needs professional removal.<\/td>\n            <\/tr>\n            <tr>\n              <td>Appearance<\/td>\n              <td>Often invisible or pale.<\/td>\n              <td>Can look yellow, brown or rough.<\/td>\n            <\/tr>\n            <tr>\n              <td>Gum effect<\/td>\n              <td>Can inflame gums if left behind.<\/td>\n              <td>Can retain more plaque and keep gums irritated.<\/td>\n            <\/tr>\n            <tr>\n              <td>Prevention<\/td>\n              <td>Daily cleaning and fluoride toothpaste.<\/td>\n              <td>Regular cleaning and tartar removal when needed.<\/td>\n            <\/tr>\n          <\/tbody>\n        <\/table>\n      <\/section>\n      <section>\n        <h2>What happens at Gloss &#038; Floss Dental Care\u00ae?<\/h2>\n        <p>At Gloss &#038; Floss Dental Care\u00ae in Stockholm, we assess where tartar has formed and whether it is affecting your gums. A dental hygienist or dentist can remove tartar using professional instruments.<\/p>\n        <p>We also show how to clean the areas where tartar returns quickly, because prevention depends on both professional care and daily home routines.<\/p>\n      <\/section>\n      <section>\n        <h2>When should tartar be removed?<\/h2>\n        <p>Tartar should be removed when it is visible, rough, traps plaque, causes bleeding or is found during a dental or hygienist examination.<\/p>\n        <div class=\"gf-note-box\">\n          <p><strong>Practical advice:<\/strong> Do not scrape tartar yourself with sharp tools. This can damage gums and tooth surfaces.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/section>\n\n      <section>\n        <h2>Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n        <h3>Can tartar be brushed away?<\/h3>\n        <p>No. Once plaque has hardened into tartar, it needs professional removal.<\/p>\n\n        <h3>Why do I get tartar even though I brush?<\/h3>\n        <p>Some areas are difficult to clean, and saliva mineral content varies. Technique and interdental cleaning also matter.<\/p>\n\n        <h3>Is tartar dangerous?<\/h3>\n        <p>Tartar itself is a deposit, but it can contribute to gum inflammation by holding plaque near the gums.<\/p>\n\n        <h3>How often should tartar be removed?<\/h3>\n        <p>The interval depends on how quickly you form tartar and your gum health. A dentist or hygienist can recommend a schedule.<\/p>\n      <\/section>\n\n      <section>\n        <h2>Related answers<\/h2>\n        <ul class=\"gf-link-grid\">\n          <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gloss-floss.se\/en\/gloss-floss-answers\/why-do-my-gums-bleed-when-i-brush\/\">Why do my gums bleed when I brush?<\/a><\/li>\n          <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gloss-floss.se\/en\/gloss-floss-answers\/what-is-gum-disease\/\">What is gum disease?<\/a><\/li>\n          <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gloss-floss.se\/en\/gloss-floss-answers\/how-often-should-i-see-a-dentist\/\">How often should I see a dentist?<\/a><\/li>\n          <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gloss-floss.se\/en\/gloss-floss-answers\/how-can-i-prevent-tooth-decay\/\">How can I prevent tooth decay?<\/a><\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n      <\/section>\n\n      <section>\n        <h2>Related treatments<\/h2>\n        <ul class=\"gf-link-grid\">\n          <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gloss-floss.se\/en\/dental-hygienist\/\">Dental hygienist<\/a><\/li>\n          <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gloss-floss.se\/en\/preventive-dental-care\/\">Preventive dental care<\/a><\/li>\n          <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gloss-floss.se\/en\/tartar-removal\/\">Tartar removal<\/a><\/li>\n          <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gloss-floss.se\/en\/book-an-appointment\/\">Book an appointment<\/a><\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n      <\/section>\n\n      <section class=\"gf-disclaimer\">\n        <h2>Disclaimer<\/h2>\n        <p>This article provides general information from Gloss &#038; Floss Dental Care\u00ae in Stockholm. 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