Can I remove tartar at home?

Lately, when I look in the mirror, I'm concerned because it seems like there is some tartar between my teeth. I heard that dental clinics remove tartar through scaling, but I am wondering if it is possible to remove it at home.

I've seen that tartar removal tools are sold online, but I'm worried about whether it's okay to do it myself at home. I've heard that if you handle it incorrectly, you could injure your gums or cause dental problems, so I'm hesitant.

I would like to know if there are ways to manage this at home, or if it is absolutely necessary to get professional scaling at a dentist. Please also advise on how to prevent tartar from forming in the first place.