What causes dental calculus in children?

I believe everyone is familiar with dental tartar, which is a substance that occurs on the outer side of the upper molars and the inner side of the lower front teeth. However, nowadays many children basically have the habit of brushing their teeth, and the appearance of dental plaque makes parents very worried, and they are very concerned about the causes of dental plaque. So, what causes dental tartar in children? Let’s take a closer look at it below.

Dental tartar refers to the calcified masses attached to the surface of teeth. It is formed by the gradual calcification of mineral salt deposits in saliva on the basis of dental plaque on the surface of teeth. Calcification occurs when calcium ions combine with the protein-polysaccharide complex of the intercellular organic matter of dental plaque, and then calcium phosphate crystals are deposited on the intercellular material and bacteria. Calcification occurs and continues along the inner side of the tooth surface where dental plaque is attached, reaching its peak after about a few months. Due to chewing of food, tongue and cheek pressure, etc., dental plaque will not be deposited indefinitely. The formation of dental calculus is related to the body's metabolism. Factors that affect the deposition of dental calculus include:

1. Not mastering the correct method of brushing teeth or not developing oral hygiene habits such as brushing teeth and gargling.

2. The tooth surface is rough, the teeth are not arranged neatly, and there are restorations that are difficult to clean.

3. It is related to eating habits. If you often eat soft and delicate foods, tartar deposition will be faster. On the contrary, if you consume rough foods, tartar deposition will be hindered.

4. People who consume a lot of sucrose have more plaque formation and more soft tartar deposits.

5. If you consume foods rich in calcium and phosphorus, dental tartar will form faster.

The above is an introduction to what causes dental tartar in children. I hope it will be helpful to parents. These are the main factors that cause tartar in children. In order to reduce the chance of tartar, do not let children eat too much or too fine food. It is best to brush their teeth after eating and develop good oral hygiene habits.