08/22/2026
We just had to share a picture of this yucky little guy, because it illustrates an important point. Everything under the blue filter (applied to make it look a little less nasty, you're welcome) is calculus, AKA tartar. Look how close to the end of the root it got! This! This is why your dentist says you need a deep cleaning! Calculus buildup below the gumline will eventually cause enough inflammation that discomfort will result, but by that time, it may already be too late to save the tooth. The problem is that until it's really, really bad, there are no perceivable symptoms. Just like high blood pressure. So, just like high BP, get that perio fixed before it's too late! This has been a public service announcement by AdaCare Dental & Dentures.