KnowraDental calculusLinked fromLinked fromThe 11 pages that link to Dental calculus, each with the reason it gives.All 11Related 8Compared with 3Dental plaqueRelated: Once plaque mineralizes into calculus, professional removal is generally needed.Mammalian dentitionRelated: Calculus can retain microscopic and chemical evidence of diet and oral biology.Dental microwearRelated: Calculus can preserve microscopic dietary particles that help interpret wear evidence.Periodontal diseaseRelated: Its rough surface retains plaque and generally requires professional removal.GingivitisRelated: Calculus retains plaque and can make effective home cleaning more difficult.Dental abrasionRelated: Scraping calculus with instruments can accidentally abrade tooth tissue.ToothbrushRelated: Once plaque mineralizes, ordinary toothbrush bristles cannot remove it.Pyrophosphoric acidRelated: Pyrophosphate salts can inhibit calcium phosphate crystal growth in dental deposits.