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Dental Calculus Overview
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Dental Calculus Overview

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What is the primary component of dental calculus?

  • Hydroxyapatite (correct)
  • Osteocalcin
  • Keratin
  • Collagen fibers
  • Dental calculus can be classified based on its location. Which classification is not correct?

  • Intragingival calculus (correct)
  • Lingual calculus
  • Subgingival calculus
  • Supragingival calculus
  • Which of the following best describes the process involved in the formation of dental calculus?

  • Rapid desaturation of oral cavity minerals
  • Old cells sloughing off from mucosal surfaces
  • Metabolic action of oral bacteria
  • Mineralization of dental plaque (correct)
  • What type of crystalline structure is primarily associated with the composition of dental calculus?

    <p>Calcium phosphate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement regarding the classification of dental calculus is false?

    <p>Facial calculus is an accepted classification.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Dental Calculus Definition

    • Dental calculus is a hard, calcified deposit that forms on teeth.

    Dental Calculus Classification

    • Dental calculus can be classified by its location on the tooth.

    Dental Calculus Composition and Structure

    • Dental Calculus contains calcium phosphate crystals.
    • Dental Calculus is a hard, calcified deposit that forms on teeth.
    • The crystalline structure of dental calculus is similar to that of bone.

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    This quiz explores the definition, classification, and composition of dental calculus. You'll learn about its formation, structure, and how it can be classified based on its location on teeth. Test your knowledge about this important dental topic.

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