Talk:Calculus (dental)

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Does anyone know, if there where any cases of retinal detachment following ultrasonic calculus removal ? I know about one case, who had it following the procedure, at 2 weeks.(But he also had severe myopia and lens implants-both favorizing the detachment.) I am taking advantage of the global knowledge: is this case a pure coincidence, or are there any other cases? Sincerely, DokX

I have not heard about that happening or of that risk from using the ultrasonic. Sounds like a very unique case. - Dozenist talk 00:21, 4 October 2006 (UTC)

The origin of the word "calculus" in connection with this usage might be interesting. I haven't been able to track down the etymology. Chrisbbehrens 23:57, 31 January 2007 (UTC)

"Calculus" comes from an ancient greek word for "stone", and its appearence in math is more interesting. Maybe they counted with stones? 217.210.227.101 19:20, 8 February 2007 (UTC)

[edit] Periodontal and Systemic Disease Links

I replaced this fact and provided a reference. I did my final year dissertation on this topic, so any questions you may have, feel free to ask. Dr-G - Illigetimi non carborundum est. 15:27, 30 July 2007 (UTC)

[edit] Composition

Can anyone provide anything on what constitutes calculus? Knowing the mechanics behind calculus formation might lead to improved techniques for its prevention and removal. Nahum Reduta (talk) 10:04, 17 January 2008 (UTC)

Cecil Adams claims it's made of calcium phosphate, or in essence, it's made of TEETH. That's bizarre to me, since plaque is made of bacterial goo, and having teeth covered in calcium is a -good- thing. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 64.122.63.142 (talk) 19:09, 11 February 2008 (UTC)

[1] has some good info. Steved424 (talk) 22:06, 14 April 2008 (UTC)