Aug 25, 2021
What Is Subgingival Calculus and How Do You Prevent It?
What is subgingival calculus and how to prevent it?
Plaque begins to form in your mouth whenever you eat, which is why diligent oral care is so important to oral health.
Lacking good oral hygiene, plaque will not only build up but calcify into dental calculus, which is often called tartar.
Calculus can be either supragingival—above the gumline—or subgingival—below the gumline. Subgingival calculus can result in gum disease and eventually tooth loss: https://scottsdaledentalexcellence.com/blog/subgingival-calculus-prevention/
