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Dental Scaling & Polishing – A Key to Optimal Oral Health
Over time, plaque and tartar can build up on the surface of your teeth, especially in hard-to-reach areas where regular brushing and flossing may not be enough. At Ardmore Dental, we offer professional scaling and polishing services to thoroughly clean your teeth, prevent oral health issues, and leave your smile looking brighter and healthier.
What Is Dental Scaling & Polishing?
Dental scaling and polishing is a preventive procedure designed to remove plaque and hardened tartar (calculus) that accumulates on teeth over time. Even with consistent brushing and flossing, some areas remain difficult to clean, leading to the gradual buildup of bacteria that may contribute to gum disease, cavities, and bad breath.
The Process of Scaling & Polishing
- Scaling: Using advanced dental tools, your dentist will carefully remove plaque and tartar from the tooth surface, gumline, and between teeth, ensuring a deep clean that helps prevent gum disease.
- Polishing: After scaling, your teeth will be polished using a special paste to smoothen their surface, helping to prevent future plaque accumulation while leaving your teeth visibly brighter and smoother to the touch.
Why Is Scaling & Polishing Important?
- Prevents Gum Disease – Tartar buildup can lead to inflammation and infection in the gums, causing conditions like gingivitis or periodontitis if left untreated.
- Reduces Staining – Coffee, tea, and other foods may cause discoloration; polishing helps to minimize stains, giving your teeth a cleaner, fresher look.
- Combats Bad Breath – Bacteria trapped in plaque and tartar are common causes of persistent bad breath—professional cleaning significantly reduces odor-causing bacteria.
- Supports Long-Term Oral Health – Routine scaling and polishing maintain healthy teeth and gums, reducing the need for more extensive treatments later on.
When Should You Get Scaling & Polishing?
Dentists generally recommend scaling and polishing once a year as part of your regular oral care routine. However, if you notice persistent plaque buildup, gum sensitivity, or discoloration, it may be time for a professional clean.
At Ardmore Dental, we to ensure a gentle and effective scaling and polishing experience, leaving your teeth feeling refreshingly clean and smooth.
Why Scaling and Polishing Teeth?
Benefit 1
Scaling and polishing teeth regularly can prevent cavities and tooth decay caused by plaque buildup on the teeth surface.
Benefit 2
Tooth polishing can help to freshen your breath, brighten your smile and increase your confidence while dating with people.
Benefit 3
It keeps your oral hygiene and maintain overall health by detecting some early stages of diseases while tooth polishing.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
No, frequent scaling and polishing teeth can keep your gums healthy and firm because it removes plaque and stains that are found on your tooth surfaces which might cause infections and tooth decay one day.
No. Teeth scaling and polishing will only clean and remove plaque that is built up on the surface of the teeth over time. To whiten teeth, it will be another operation which is called teeth bleaching, which can make yellowish teeth brighter and whiter.
Before the procedure of scaling and polishing has even started, dentist will apply local anesthesia on your gums and tooth roots, which will numb your gums during the operation. However, you will probably still feel a little discomfort while teeth scaling.