Relationship between calculus formation and thiocyanate concentration in human saliva.
1967
J W Wagner
UI
MeSH Term
Description
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D003728
Dental Calculus
Abnormal concretion or calcified deposit that forms around the teeth or dental prostheses.
Tartar,Calculus, Dental
D003813
Dentistry
The profession concerned with the teeth, oral cavity, and associated structures, and the diagnosis and treatment of their diseases including prevention and the restoration of defective and missing tissue.
D012463
Saliva
The clear, viscous fluid secreted by the SALIVARY GLANDS and mucous glands of the mouth. It contains MUCINS, water, organic salts, and ptylin.
Salivas
D013861
Thiocyanates
Organic derivatives of thiocyanic acid which contain the general formula R-SCN.