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Teeth Scaling and Polishing

Scaling and polishing are routine dental procedures that occur during regular visits to the dentist.

Scaling is a non-surgical, minimally invasive procedure in which the dentist removes dental plaque and calculus around your teeth and gums.
Polishing is done after scaling, and any irregularities on teeth surfaces are removed to prevent further attachment of plaque and calculus.

Regular and bi-annual scaling and polishing are recommended to prevent gum disease. These procedures are helpful for those with periodontal disease and prevent it from progressing.

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Who should undergo Scaling and Polishing?

Anyone can undergo teeth scaling and polishing. Infact, dentists recommend getting one scaling and polishing session every six months. People should consider undergoing scaling and polishing to achieve and maintain optimum oral health.
Scaling and polishing are especially recommended for individuals who

  • Bleeding from gums
  • Show signs of gum disease, as these procedures can delay disease progression or even stop it for a long time
  • Have bad breath or halitosis
  • Mobile teeth
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What are the benefits of Scaling and Polishing?

There are several benefits of undergoing scaling and polishing regularly:

  • Remove plaque and tartar from teeth, making them brighter and shinier
  • Halt or stop gum disease as scaling removes infection-causing bacteria that cause the disease
  • Improve oral health
  • Reduce bad breath

What happens during Scaling and Polishing?

A scaling and polishing session takes 20-30 minutes. The number of sessions you need depends on your oral health condition. During a scaling and polishing appointment:

  • Our dental professional will first thoroughly evaluate your oral health condition.
  • Scaling is done using an ultrasonic scaler with a thin stream of water.
  • If your teeth feel sensitive or you experience pain or discomfort, local anaesthesia may be administered to make the procedure comfortable.
  • In some cases, deep scaling removes calculus and debris attached to the root of gum-diseased teeth. This form of scaling eliminates bacteria that live in the gum pockets. It is called root planing.
  • Once scaling is complete, polishing is done using a slow-paced hand tool and a special toothpaste.
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Get rid of stubborn plaque calculus and stains and unleash the natural healthy whiteness of your teeth with scaling and polishing. To give your oral health the TLC it needs, schedule a consultaton with our dental professionals.

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FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Scaling and polishing are routine procedures that are mostly comfortable. In some cases where the deposits are deep in the gum pockets, deep scaling may be required. This may be slightly uncomfortable or cause sensitivity. In these cases, our dental experts administer local anaesthesia to make you comfortable. You may experience bleeding from gums. This, however, stops in a few minutes.

Each session of scaling and polishing lasts around 30 minutes. However, the duration depends on your teeth and gum health condition.

The number of scaling and polishing sessions you will require depends upon how severe the calculus deposits are. While some people require one session every six months, others may require three to four sessions until oral health is restored. Ask our dental professional how many sessions you need during your consultation appointment.

The frequency of scaling and polishing depends upon your oral health conditions. Most dentists recommend two sessions per year, but if you maintain excellent oral health, you can get them once a year.

Scaling and polishing are safe and highly recommended. Many people believe scaling and polishing loosens teeth. However, this is a myth. Not getting scaling and polishing regularly can result in poor gum health and subsequent tooth loosening.

Scaling and polishing involve the physical removal of plaque, calculus, and stains from teeth. Teeth whitening, on the other hand, involves using hydrogen peroxide, which breaks down stains and pigments chemically to give you whiter, brighter teeth.

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