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Preventive & Diagnostic
Teeth Cleaning (Ultrasonic Scaling & Polishing)
Gentle ultrasonic calculus removal and stain polishing to halt gum bleeding, eliminate halitosis, and protect periodontal bone support.
Clinical Duration
30 – 45 Minutes
Comfort & Anesthesia
None / Topical Gel for Sensitive Gums
Recovery Profile
Immediate refresh; gums feel cleaner and healthier within days
Clinical Overview
Understanding Teeth Cleaning (Ultrasonic Scaling & Polishing)
Even with diligent home brushing, mineral deposits from saliva combine with plaque to form hardened tartar (calculus) along and beneath the gumline. Tartar cannot be brushed away at home and triggers gum inflammation (gingivitis), bleeding, and bad breath.
Our ultrasonic scaling and polishing procedure uses calibrated high-frequency vibrations and fine water mist to gently detach tartar and extrinsic tea, coffee, or tobacco stains without scratching tooth enamel.
Clinical Indications & Symptoms
Our specialists typically recommend teeth cleaning (ultrasonic scaling & polishing) when patients present with the following clinical signs:
- Bleeding gums during brushing or flossing
- Visible yellowish or brownish tartar build-up behind lower front teeth
- Persistent bad breath (halitosis) caused by plaque accumulation
- Tea, coffee, or food staining on tooth surfaces
- Routine 6-month preventive periodontal maintenance
Clinical Workflow
Step-by-Step Procedure Protocol
01
Periodontal Screening
Inspection of gum health, pocket depths, plaque deposits, and tartar accumulation.
02
Ultrasonic Supragingival & Subgingival Scaling
Fine ultrasonic tips gently dislodge hardened calculus from tooth surfaces and shallow gum pockets.
03
Prophylaxis Paste Polishing
A soft rotating rubber cup and fine polishing paste smooth the enamel so new plaque cannot easily adhere.
Key Clinical Benefits
- Stops gum bleeding and reverses early gingivitis
- Removes stubborn surface stains and restores natural tooth brightness
- Does not weaken or thin tooth enamel
Post-Treatment Care Guidance
- Brush twice daily with a soft-bristled toothbrush using gentle circular or sweeping strokes.
- If gums were inflamed prior to scaling, rinse with warm salt water or prescribed mouthwash for 3–5 days.
- Schedule routine professional scaling every 6 months.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does professional teeth cleaning loosen teeth or damage enamel?
No—that is a common myth. Ultrasonic scaling only vibrates off hardened tartar deposits attached to the tooth; it does not cut enamel. In fact, removing tartar prevents the bone loss that actually causes teeth to loosen.
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