Tartar Removal Requires Scraping and Scaling

Dental calculus is the medical term for what is also called tartar. This yellow buildup is a crusty residue made of a mixture of plaque and saliva that has been left too long on the teeth. Instead of brushing it off in a timely manner with a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste, it has remained to harden. 48 hours is... read more »