Dental calculus is a calcified mass that adheres to the surface of canine teeth. It is formed by the mineralization of dental plaque. According to the location of the occurrence of dental calculus, it is divided into supragingibular calculus (located on the surface of the tooth outside the gingival margin, yellowish-white or black-yellow, hard quality) and subgingival calculus (located in the gingival sulcus or periodontal pocket, hard quality).
Causes of Dental Calculus in Dogs
The concentration of carbon dioxide in saliva decreases, which precipitates inorganic salts on the tooth surface. The phosphate of degenerating cells does not hydrolyze the organophosphate, producing phosphorus, which precipitates on the tooth surface and forms. Because bacteria increase the acid-base value of saliva and make it alkaline, cause protein in saliva to decompose, release calcium salt, precipitate on the surface of teeth and form.Symptoms of Dental Calculus Dog
The clinical symptoms were gradually increased salivation, bad breath, dislike of hot and cold food, dislike of hard food, and gradually reduced food intake, so as not to eat.Diagnostic criteria for Dental Calculus Dog
Check your dog's lips and teeth regularly to see if there is abnormal tartar, plaque or calculus on the surface of the teeth.Dental Calculus Dog Treatment
The newly formed dental stone is soft, and after a period of time due to calcification will become hard. At this time, it is necessary to rely on the probe of the ultrasonic cleaning machine to vibrate the dental stone to remove the dental stone.The status of gingivitis and periodontal disease should be paid attention to when cleaning dental calculus.
