Scaling & Polishing

No matter how well you brush your teeth, there will always be areas that are hard to reach and clean. These areas can cause plaque bacteria to accumulate and eventually mineralize to form calculus or tartar. If left untreated, plaque would continue to build up around the tooth and potentially under the gum line, leading to the progression of gum disease. Beautysthetic recommends a professional clean, called a scaling and polishing, to reduce the risk of gum disease or to help stop it from becoming more serious.

Scaling

Teeth scaling is the process of removing tartar and plaque from the teeth. This is done using a special instrument called scalers. The scalers are used to scrape away the tartar and plaque from the teeth. This process is usually done by our expert dentist or a hygienist.

Polishing

Polishing your teeth leaves your tooth enamel glossy and smooth. Many dental offices offer this as a standard part of a routine cleaning. Not only does it make your teeth look better, but it can also freshen your breath and help you avoid tooth decay.

Who Should Get Scaling and Polishing Treatment?

People of all ages should consider undergoing scaling and polishing to achieve optimum oral health. If the damage is left to take its course, it would ultimately require a more complex dental procedure. Scaling and polishing can delay the progression or even halt the disease for a very long time.

Does Teeth Scaling and Polishing Hurt?

The majority of people who have had a cleaning done find that it was not a painful experience. In fact, many of our patients tell us that they actually enjoyed the cleaning and love how smooth their teeth feel afterwards. If the experience was less than pleasant, it may be due to a number of factors, such as exposed dentine or root surface or infected gum tissues

Is Teeth Whitening Different from Teeth Scaling and Polishing?

Teeth whitening is the process of lightening the color of your teeth. This can be done by bleaching your teeth or using other methods. Teeth scaling and polishing is the process of removing tartar and plaque from your teeth. This is done by using a special tool to scrape off the tartar and then polish your teeth.