Swollen Gums A Threat To Gum Health Leading To Cosmetic Problems

The plaque that has hardened on your teeth is called tartar or sometimes called calculus. Gums tissue can become irritated when tartar forms at and underneath the gumline, causing swollen gums to occur. Tartar gives plaque more surface area on which to grow and a much stickier surface to adhere to, which can lead to more serious conditions, such as cavities, swollen gums and gum disease.

Your teeth's health and gum health are not only threatened by tartar but it can be a cosmetic problem as well. One thing is that tartar absorbs stains easily for the fact that it is more porous, making teeth and smile look unattrative. And this gives a clearer reason why plaque and tartar prevention becomes important to a coffee or tea drinker, specially to a smoker.