Plaque can build up on teeth over time, leading to tooth decay and gum disease. Not only is plaque a nuisance, but it’s also dangerous – tartar can actually lead to tooth loss! Thankfully, there are ...

Tartar (also called calculus), is plaque which has hardened on the teeth. It may form at and below the gumline. Tartar can irritate the gum tissues and it provides plaque a larger surface area to grow ...

Baking soda is a natural abrasive that can help remove tartar buildup. It also has antibacterial properties that can help reduce the number of harmful bacteria in the mouth. To use baking soda for ...

Q-Our 10-year-old Chinese pug has tartar on his teeth, and the vet suggests putting him under anesthetic for a tooth cleaning. We did this 11 months ago, and our dog also has been anesthetized two or ...