Teeth cleaning is a procedure for the removal of bacteria (tartar = mineralized plaque) that may develop even with careful brushing and flossing which later may cause damage to the teeth, especially in areas that are difficult to reach in routine tooth brushing; which is then carried out by a dental hygienist.

Professional cleaning includes teeth scaling, teeth polishing and debridement of places where too much tartar has accumulated. This involves the use of various technologies like ultrasonic scaling which involves vibration rate of scaler to loosen and remove deposits from the teeth.

And now shedding some more light on the subject here is all you need to know before , after and everything between the procedure of teeth cleaning.

What is dental cleaning about?

Dental cleanings are designed to remove plaque and tartar deposits built up over time on the teeth. The primary goal of a dental cleaning is to remove plaque (a biofilm that contains bacteria) and calculus (tartar) from both above and below the gum line.

Plaque is the sticky, soft film that contains millions of bacteria, which is the reason behind the gum disease which if not if not removed on time by building the habit of daily brushing and flossing, can lead you to some routine trips to the dentist. Tartar, or dental calculus are hard calcified deposits that when formed on the teeth and can contribute to them festering.

Dentists use high standard of instruments to remove these bacteria with diligence to ensure no harm to the teeth. All dental instruments are put through a stringent cleaning, and sterilizing procedure to ensure safety and quality assurance. The dental expert will also perform a basic checkup to spot any sign of dental disease or other problems.

With regular dental checkups and cleanings, and good oral hygiene practices at home, which will save you from costly treatments to replace decaying, weak teeth, hence it is a major health investment of sorts, which will save you a great ordeal of time, danger and cost of probable diseases and medical issues.

Why is teeth cleaning important?

Every action we take is because of a good reason which instigates us to take that action. Well getting a dental treatment is no different. It does have an impact on your lifestyle or your dental health and hence listing down some reasons why you might need to get an appointment for teeth cleaning with Sabka Dentist NOW.

• Prevention from cavities

  A whitish film forms up on your teeth leading to tooth decay, it is known as plaque. This acidic substance eats away at the tooth enamel and, when left unattended, lead to cavities.

• Halting further tooth loss

  Gum disease is a major reason for tooth loss in adults. What starts with built-up plaque, further complicates the gum disease, with the plaque moving further down the tooth, destroying the supporting bone in your jaw, causing teeth to loosen and ultimately fall out. Fortunately, the chance of this causing to you can be decreased through regular dental cleanings combined with good oral hygiene habits.

• Shine in your smile

  

  Drinking coffee or tea or using tobacco can stain your teeth. A session of dental cleaning can remove the stains formed and leave you with freshly polished teeth. Resulting in whiter, cleaner and brighter smiles!

• Freshen breath

  

  No one wants a stinging odour coming from the mouth making people cover their nose when we are talking. Well bad breath is a call for your dental hygiene asking for attention and that is when teeth cleaning comes into the picture. By maintaining good oral health habits or hygiene is the best way to prevent bad breath. Even if you brush and floss regularly, getting it cleaned is a great way to keep your mouth healthy and odor-free.

• Encouraging overall health

  There have been shown in studies, a relation between oral and overall health. Regular dental cleanings can help to reduce risk for some diseases, like heart disease and stroke. You can save yourself from many medical conditions, some of them life-threatening, by getting them detected in their initial stages by your dentist during a routine oral exam.

• Future investment

  Get the most value from your dental benefits. Take advantage of the dental benefits Sabka Dentist has to offer, and save money in the long run by protecting your oral health and avoiding probable cost and medical procedures.

When should you get teeth cleaning done?

The dental expert is the evaluator and observer of dental health and situation in your mouth and hence he/she is the one who will check, explain and give a final observation based on which a treatment will be suggested.

The dentists will use an instrument called a probe which helps to analyze the area around your teeth to see if you have any area between the tooth and gum where bacteria will form. It is recommended to every adult receive a periodontal evaluation each year to determine whether additional treatment is needed or not.

The depth of the gum tissue between the teeth and gums are known as pockets, and analyzing the pocket depth is a part of a general dental evaluation.

Normally, healthy pockets should be no more than 3 millimeters deep. If the pockets are greater than 5 millimeters, your dentist might prescribe a deep scaling and root planning appointment/ teeth cleaning.

Is a tooth cleaning process painful?

At times, it so happens that the cost of dental care is not what keeps people from going to the dentist for preventive treatments but the fear of experiencing pain.

And then comes the valid question of why pay money just to get hurt? But trust our experience when we say that the longer you delay getting a professional cleaning, the more uncomfortable and complicated the process can get.

That said, if you haven’t got cleaning in a while, it’s better to delude from that excuse and not continue delaying your dental care treatment. We at Sabka dentist can assure you an experience that will help you get through the process effortlessly.

A majority ratio of dental patients finds routine teeth cleaning painless. The cooling mist of water, mild vibrations, and the pressure felt during “scraping” do not cause any kind of discomfort generally.

Sometimes it’s important to notice and let your dentist know if the teeth cleaning is beginning to cause pain, so that the dentist can recommend you an alternative options to make your teeth cleaning even more comfortable.

What are the charges for teeth cleaning?

Teeth Cleaning also known by the dental terms of Scaling and Polishing cost a minimum of Rs.1000 and the charges heading into greater figures there onwards.

The cost of Teeth Fillings depends on a couple of aspects which need to be taken into consideration before giving out a final figure of payment to the patient; the number of fillings required, the kind of filling that you would want to go for are what act as a basis to derive the cost of treatment.

Who is the best for teeth cleaning?

Sabka Dentist known for our unified and superior standard treatment at an affordable price, one of the most reputed abodes for practicing an implementing the magic of dentistry has its span across the cities of Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Surat and Bangalore.

And it is after having won the trust of our hundreds of patients who we have treated over a span of time, that we can proudly say that our chain of smiles dental clinics are on a spree of progress taking our reach to the lengths and breadths of the country making our faith in simple, equipped and hygienic dentistry the ultimate goal.

At Sabka Dentist, our array of dental treatment services are at your disposal at the most affordable price. We provide treatments, both long-term and short- term to our patients in an environment free of any prejudice, embracing and entertaining the problem of every patient with equal quotient of conviction and energy.

Professional teeth cleaning by a certified dentist aims to maintain the health of your teeth and gums and Sabka dentist has the best of what dentistry has to offer.

How much time does a session of teeth cleaning take?

Dental experts recommend having your teeth professionally cleaned every 6-12 months to reduce the possibility of periodontal disease progressing.

Dental cleanings, one of the most common procedures of removal of plaque, tartar and stains that have accumulated on the teeth, a good sessions of 30 minutes to an hour on average is what it takes to perform a session of teeth cleaning, performed in a lying position in a comfortable smile dental chair.