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I want to know about the cause and when I scrapped out its stated bleeding and white patches are coming out
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It's calculus deposit on your tooth. You need scaling to clean it, and then follow proper hygiene measures like brushing twice a day, use mouthwash.
Still have queries then please consult with doctor online or offline for better guidance and treatment options.
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Hello. The white/yellow deposits are plaque and calculus (tartar) accumulated on the tooth surface due to bad oral hygiene and improper brushing.
Calculus or tartar is a form of hardened dental plaque. It is caused by precipitation of minerals from saliva and gingival crevicular fluid (GCF) in plaque on the teeth. Calculus contains numerous micro-organisms harmful for the gums and oral health. Calculus deposition leads to problems like bleeding gums, unhealthy gums, halitosis (bad breath), bad oral hygiene.
Kindly visit a periodontist for your teeth Scaling and polishing.
Scaling and polishing is a professional teeth cleaning procedure where in the calculus (tartar and plaque) and stains are removed. Scaling not only removes the tartar but also improves the overall oral health, keeps the gums healthy and firm and cures bad breath problems.
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Kindly visit a periodontist for Teeth Scaling and Polishing
Health Tips
Maintain proper oral hygiene. Brush twice a day using the correct brushing technique. Use a floss. Rinse your mouth after every meal. Maintain proper tongue hygiene. Drink adequate amount of water throughout the day.
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Hello , white deposits are the plaque or calculus. It can generally be due to improper brushing and mouth rinsing or food accumulation. So adequate oral care has to be taken care.
Twice brushing of the teeth using tooth brush and tooth paste twice a day.
Rinsing the mouth after each meal, especially after consuming sticky food items.
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Visit a pediatric dentist nearby for scaling ( cleaning )
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Hi ! White deposits on your teeth is plaque and calculus (which is dirt deposition basically) consult your nearby dentist to get a professional cleaning of your teeth later you have to Maintain it by brushing twice daily Thank you.
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