tartrate monosuccinate and tartrate disuccinate compounds of the formulae hochochch 2 coox and ch 2 cho ) 2 ochch 2 coox are used in combination with various polymers to provide anticalculus and antiplaque effects on teeth . oral care compositions such as dentifrices , mouthwashes , and the like , are provided . use of the tartate - succinates and polymers in combination with other oral car ingredients such as fluoride , pyrophosphate and antibacterials is also described .