Tartar, or calculus, is
mineralized plaque on the teeth.
Not exact matches
On the other hand, dental
plaque adheres to the surfaces of
teeth and
mineralizes over time, preserving a wide range of substances that are in the mouth.
Chia is rich in Zinc which prevents tartar by keeping
plaque from
mineralizing on your
teeth and has an antibacterial effect that keeps bad breath germs away.
Plaque forms daily
on your cat's
teeth and if you do not remove it as it builds up, it can
mineralize and turn to concrete - hard tartar.
Periodontal disease occurs as bacteria accumulate
on the
teeth (dental
plaque) and eventually start to
mineralize (dental calculus).