A small, hard mass or stone formed in the body, as in a kidney or gallbladder, or a hard coating on the surface of the teeth.
A stone that has formed or is present in the kidneys, ureters, or bladder, caused by precipitation from a solution of substances in urine.
calcified deposits formed around teeth; also called tartar
Hardened, stonelike mass of high calcium content sometimes formed in the kidney, bladder, and prostate. Its plural is calculi. Prostate stones are generally not serious, but may contribute to chronic prostatitis.
Mineralised plaque that forms at the gum/tooth margin, it is also known as tartar. Inadequate oral hygiene is the main reason for calculus formation.
Concretions of insoluble materials that form within body fluids, especially the gallbladder, kidneys, or urinary bladder.
a hard lump produced by the concretion of mineral salts; found in hollow organs or ducts of the body; "renal calculi can be very painful"
an incrustation that forms on the teeth and gums
a cover-all term that means "packed rock", and is used when describing any kind of kidney stone
a mineral deposit resembling a stone at abnormal body locations
When the plaque hardens on your teeth, it gets calcified and is referred to as calculus.
a hard mineral deposit on the teeth
Commonly known as tartar. Cement-like deposits on teeth; cannot be removed by brushing or flossing, and must be scraped off by your dentist or hygienist
Commonly referred to as tartar, it is the hard, mineralized plaque that attaches to teeth.
plaque left on the teeth, also called tartar.
a rough, porous deposit caused by plaque that is not removed completely within 48 hours.
hardened deposit of mineral salts formed around the teeth.
This substance forms when plaque is allowed to remain on the teeth and harden.
Hard deposit that forms by mineralization of plaque – contains calcium and phosphorous. Cannot be removed by brushing or flossing.
tartar; plaque which has become calcified or hardened
Also called tartar. The hard mineral deposit on teeth.
Also called tarter. The hard mineral deposit on teeth.
The rough, hard, stony deposit that accumulates on the teeth when plaque is not removed and the teeth are not properly cleaned
fusion of crystals that create a "stone" (i.e. kidney or gall stone)
The hard deposit of mineralized plaque that forms on the crown and/or root of the tooth. Also referred to as tartar.
A tenacious, hardened material formed by mineralization (calcification) of dental plaque.
A hard deposit (also known as tartar) of mineralized bacteria and saliva, that adheres to the crowns and/or roots of teeth when plaque is not removed properly. Calculus becomes embedded into the tooth surface and cannot be removed without professional treatment.
a 'stone' in the bladder, kidney or gall-bladder.
Hardened plaque that has become mineralized.
Also known as tartar, this is the hard deposit of mineralized plaque that forms on the crown and/or root of the tooth. It may be removed by thorough brushing or by a cleaning by a professional dental hygenist.
hard, calcium-like deposits that form on teeth due to inadequate plaque control, often stained yellow or brown. Also called "tartar."
the hardened plaque that can form on neglected or prone teeth, commonly known as tartar.
The sticky film on your teeth (plaque) that has hardened (calcified). Also known as tartar.
Plaque on the surface of the tooth that has mineralised to produce a hard, brown coloured deposit; it's similar to tartar that can build up on human teeth.
Hard residue, commonly know as "tartar", that forms on teeth due to inadequate plaque control, often stained yellow or brown
n. A concretion formed in various parts of the body resembling a pebble in hardness.
(tartar) hard deposit of mineralized material, or calcified plaque, that adheres to teeth.
Hard deposit of mineralized material adhering to crowns and/or roots of teeth.
Hard residue, commonly known as "tarter," that forms on teeth due to inadequate plaque control, often stained yellow or brown
Hard deposit of mineralized plaque which is attached to crowns and /or roots of teeth.
Hardened plaque which builds up on teeth and requires scaling to remove. Scaling is usually done by the Hygienist at the semi-annual dental appointment.
(Also called tartar.) Calcified plaque that forms from mineral salts in the saliva and deposits on the teeth. Removed in the course of a prophylaxis, or dental cleaning. Some toothpaste's claim to reduce tartar accumulation, but only regular dental checkups and professional cleanings can prevent this accumulation from causing gum disease and tooth loss.
hardened plaque otherwise known as tarter.
Plural, calculi. Any type of hard concretion (stone) in the body, but usually found in the gallbladder, pancreas, and kidneys. They are formed by the accumulation of excess mineral salts and other organic material such as blood or mucus. Calculi (pl.) can cause problems by lodging in and obstructing the proper flow of fluids, such as bile to the intestines or urine to the bladder. In dentistry, calculus refers to a hardened yellow or brown mineral deposit from unremoved plaque, also called tartar.
hardened plaque otherwise known as tartar.
Hardened dental plaque on teeth, that is usually rough, hard, and porous.
The build-up and mineralization of plaque on tooth surfaces. The bacteria that clings to calculus causes periodontal disease. It cannot be removed by standard brushing or flossing, but must be removed by a dentist or dental hygienist.
hardened or calcified plaque that sticks to the teeth and causes decay and gum disease. Also called tartar, it requires scaling by a dentist or dental hygienist to remove.
also known as tartar or tarter, calculus is hardened plaque that forms when you do not regularly brush and floss your teeth.
Calculus refers to any abnormal stony mass or deposit formed within the body, usually composed of mineral salts.
Hard, yellow-brown mineralised deposits on tooth surfaces. Also called Tartar.
Stone. Concretion formed in any part of the body. An abnormal concretion, usually composed of mineral salts, occurring chiefly in the hollow organs of their passages.
A hard yellow to brown deposit that forms slowly on teeth as plaque hardens. Calculus is also known as tartar.
A hardened (calcified) formation of the sticky film on your teeth (plaque). Also known as tartar.
Accumulation of mineral salts in various parts of the body, such as a kidney stone or on teeth.
Calculus is calcified plaque
In dentistry, calculus or tartar refers to calcified deposits on the teeth, formed by the presence of saliva, debris, minerals and plaque. Its rough surface provides an ideal medium for plaque formation, threatening the health of the gums and it absorbs unaesthetic stains far more easily than natural teeth.
A calculus is a stone (a concretion of material, usually mineral salts) that forms in an organ or duct of the body. Stones cause a number of important medical conditions.