Formation
This soft biofilm hardens into dental calculus if not removed
What is dental plaque?
Dental calculus is often found using this tool during an exam
what is a dental explorer or probe
This common dental procedure removes calculus and tartar?
What is a dental cleaning?
____ and ___ as a daily habit helps prevent plaque and buildup
What is brushing and flossing?
Dental calculus is also commonly called this
What is tartar?
Dental calculus begins to form when this substance in saliva deposits on plaque
What is calcium?
dentists use this visual aid to detect calculus on radiographs?
What are dental X-rays?
This handheld instrument is used to remove calculus deposits physically?
what is a scaler?
What is every 6 months?
This type of pet is also prone to calculus buildup
Calculus can begin forming in as little as this many hours after plaque accumulation
What is 24 to 72 hours?
This specialty of dentistry focuses heavily on calculus and gum health
What is periodontics?
This vibrating instrument breaks up calculus using high-frequency sound waves
A poor diet high in this contributes to plaque and calculus formation
what is sugar?
This term refers to the hardened plaque found above the gumline? Hint** Supra is in the name
what is supragingival calculus?
Subgingival calculus is difficult to detect because it lies in this hidden area
What is the periodontal pocket?
Severe calculus buildup may require this deep cleaning procedure. *Hint- it's acronym is SRP
What is scaling and root planing?
Using this type of mouthwash daily can help strengthen enamel, reduce plaque, and lower the risk of calculus buildup
What if fluoride mouthwash?
This area is most common for tartar buildup
What is behind the lower front 4 teeth?
This term refers to calculus forming below the gumline and is often darker in color
What is subgingival calculus?
What is tactile roughness?
In cases of advanced gum disease, this type of surgery may be needed to remove calculus
What is periodontal surgery?
This habit is often overlooked in oral hygiene routines and can help reduce bacteria on the tongue and lower the risk of plaque and calculus formation
What is tongue scraping (or cleaning)
What is disclosing solution?