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Calculus (also called "tartar") is a buildup of minerals (chiefly Calcium Phosphate) on the teeth. Minerals are caught in unremoved plaque harden onto the teeth forming tartar, which then forms a rough-surfaced base for more plaque to form.
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How long does it take for calculus to form on your teeth?
48 hours
Which is harder calculus or applied calculus?
Calculus; by a long shot.
Which is harder calculus 1 or differential and integral calculus?
Just about all of calculus is based on differential and integral calculus, including Calculus 1! However, Calculus 1 is more likely to cover differential calculus, with integral calculus soon after. So there really isn't a right answer for this question.
What is supragingival calculus?
That describes the crusty deposition on your teeth above the gum line. Your dentist uses the pick to scrape it off if you don't brush and floss like you should.
Is trigonometry part of calculus?
It is certainly used in calculus, just as calculus can be used in trigonometry.
What is the medical term meaning hardened deposit on the teeth?
Calculus is a hardened deposit that forms on teeth.dental calculus
What is subgingival calculus?
Calculus is calcified dental plaque, commonly called tartar, and subgingival calculus is tartar found on the roots of the teeth below the gumline.
How long does it take for calculus to form on your teeth?
48 hours
The professional cleaning of the teeth to remove plaque and calculus?
dentalprophy''laxis''
What is tartar buildup?
In dentistry, tartar is calculus build-up that occurs on the teeth.
What are jacquette scalers?
all scalers are used for the same thing. They remove calculus from the teeth, the jacquette scaler is able to got closer to the root to remove the calculus.
Which branch of math is also a dental problem?
The answer is Calculus, which is a branch of mathematics, and also a deposit on teeth.
Is calculus a noun?
Yes, the word 'calculus' is a noun, a singular, common noun; a word for the nasty crust on long-unbrushed teeth (plaque) and the equally nasty branch of mathematics.
How does plaque affect your teeth?
Dental plaque is, well, bacterial excrement (ie: pooh). It is a biofilm that covers teeth and builds up as a yellow calculus that covers the base of teeth or the whole tooth if left untreated. Plaque is bad because it releases acids that degrade the teeth, acts as a barrier to the natural movement of saliva (which remineralises teeth) and as stated builds up as a hard yellow calculus (tarter). also you suck
What is dental calculus?
Calculus is the very hard stuff that forms on your teeth in areas that are not brushed or flossed properly. Also called tartar, it usually develops between teeth and at the gum line. Brushing can not get rid of it. A dentist (or assistant or hygienist?) needs to scrape it of manually. If left alone it can lead to gum disease eventually leading to loss of teeth.
What is the meaning of the Latin word calculus?
The Latin word calculus means "pebble". It is still used this way in medicine, where "calculus" can be used to refer to a kidney stone or gallstone, and by extension to the mineral buildup on teeth also called "tartar".The mathematical term "calculus" derives from the ancient use of pebbles as counters on counting tables (abacuses).
A hard substance deposited on teeth?
I'm pretty sure it's enamal, sorry if that's spelled wrong.
