Can You Remove Tartar Yourself? Here's the Real Deal

Most of us have got been there—staring into the bathroom hand mirror, spotting some stubborn yellow or brownish gunk at the base of our teeth, and thinking can you remove tartar yourself or if you're stuck with it until your next dental appointment. It's a tempting thought. You see those little metal scraper tools for sale online for a couple dollars, and you think, "How hard can it be? I'll just flick it off and save myself the trip. " ...

April 10, 2026 · 7 min · Agass Caviccinow