| abstract |
The present invention provides a method to prevent, inhibit, or reduce denta l calculus deposits or formation on the teeth of a dental calculus forming animal comprising exposing the teeth to a food product comprising an acidule nt amount of phosphoric acid, wherein said food product further comprises an amount of a polycarboxylic acid sequestering agent effective to prevent, inhibit, or reduce dental calculus deposits or formation. The present invention further provides the food products and the method of preparing the food products of said method. |