Professional teeth cleaning, also known as scaling and polishing, is one of the most important dental procedures you can get regularly. While brushing and flossing at home are essential, they cannot remove hardened plaque (tartar) that builds up over time.
Tartar accumulation leads to gum inflammation, also called gingivitis, which if left untreated, can progress to periodontitis — a severe gum disease that causes bone loss and tooth loss. Professional cleaning removes tartar from areas that are difficult to reach with a toothbrush, especially below the gum line.
At Sree Chaitanya Dental Clinic, we recommend professional cleaning every 6 months. Our dentist use ultrasonic scalers and hand instruments to gently remove plaque and tartar, followed by polishing to smooth tooth surfaces and remove surface stains.
Regular cleanings also give your dentist the opportunity to detect early signs of oral cancer, cavities, and gum disease — when they are most treatable and least expensive to address.
