We spoke with dentists to learn more about what a calculus bridge is, its side effects and how to prevent one from forming across your teeth.

When you have a calculus bridge, you may be able to see that you have a band of staining near your gum line. That discoloration might extend up your teeth, down under your gums or both.

If you’re worried you might have gum disease, there’s a good reason for that. About half of U.S. adults have gum disease. It’s one of the most common reasons people see the dentist. Also called ...

Diet Dogs that eat soft or moist food are more prone to tartar buildup. This type of food tends to stick to their teeth, ...

“Adding a dental chew to the diet resulted in statistically significant reductions in plaque and calculus accumulation”. The benefits of chewing slowly – as opposed to guzzling food – have been shown ...

Deputants all agreed on one thing at the final public engagement session for the city's Council Composition Review Committee. They do not like the proposal for a ...

Dental cleanings help keep your mouth healthy by clearing away plaque and tartar build-up, which if left untreated can lead to deeper pockets between your teeth and gums, where bacteria can settle.

Calculus is an oral hygiene problem worldwide. Most dental professionals realise the value of calculus removal and the potentially adverse effects it has on gingival (gum) health. Calculus occurs due ...

Gum cancer is a rare type of cancer that occurs in your mouth. Early diagnosis is important to treat this cancer, and it may be curable with a combination of surgery and other treatments. Gum ...