Updated on May 17, 2025
Dental Conditions
DEFINITIONS
-Calculus (also called tartar) is a calcium salt concretion which forms on
teeth. Calculus deposits form on the teeth in areas which are not flossed or
brushed.
-Dental plaque is a combination of food (left in the
mouth after eating), bacteria (which live in the mouth) and bacterial byproducts
(acidic wastes). These acidic wastes can break down the tooth enamel leading to
tooth decay.
DENTAL PLAQUE (or TARTAR)
"Over a period of 2-3 decades, beginning at age 10, I
suffered with a variety of mild to marked musculoskeletal pains and conditions.
When I finally learned of the possible role of low magnesium in my conditions I
began using prescription syringes to self-inject 500mg of
magnesium
sulfate 20 days a month. Previous to the injections I had had major build up of
tartar on the back of my front lower teeth. My dentist would scrape it, and I
would often scrape large amounts off my teeth in between dental visits. As I
continued to give myself magnesium injections, I found myself having less and
less tartar on my teeth. In the last 5 years there has been no need for me to
scrape them." Dr. Young - March 2002
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