Scaling & Polishing
Keep your gums healthy, your teeth clean, and your breath fresh with professional dental cleaning.
Scaling and polishing is a professional dental cleaning procedure that removes tartar (hardened plaque), plaque, and surface stains from your teeth. Even with regular brushing and flossing at home, tartar can build up over time and cannot be removed by brushing alone. Regular professional scaling helps maintain healthy gums and prevents gum disease.
Signs You May Need This Treatment
- 1Bleeding gums when brushing or flossing
- 2Yellow or brown tartar visible at the gum line
- 3Bad breath that does not go away after brushing
- 4Gums that look swollen, red, or puffy
- 5More than 6 months since your last dental cleaning
- 6Teeth feel rough or have a coated feeling
What Happens During Your Visit
Dental Examination
The dentist will first check your teeth and gums to assess the level of tartar buildup and your overall gum health.
Scaling
An ultrasonic scaler uses gentle vibrations to break up and remove tartar and hardened deposits from the tooth surface and along the gum line.
Polishing
A gentle polishing paste is used to remove surface stains and smooth the tooth surface, making it harder for plaque to stick.
Rinsing & Review
Your mouth is rinsed and the dentist will check the result. Any further recommendations on home care will be provided.
Benefits of This Treatment
- Removes tartar that brushing alone cannot clean
- Helps prevent gum disease and gingivitis
- Fresher breath and cleaner-feeling teeth
- Reduces risk of tooth decay at the gum line
- Allows early detection of dental problems during the check
- Simple, non-invasive procedure — usually painless
Who May Be Suitable
- ✓Adults and teenagers with tartar or plaque buildup
- ✓Patients with mild gum inflammation or bleeding gums
- ✓Patients who have not had a dental cleaning in 6 months or more
- ✓Anyone wanting to maintain good oral hygiene
May Not Be Suitable If:
- ⚠Patients with severe untreated gum disease may need deeper treatment first
- ⚠Patients with certain medical conditions — please inform the dentist beforehand
Need advice for Scaling & Polishing?
Every patient's condition is different. The dentist will check your teeth and gums before advising the most suitable treatment option. You may WhatsApp us first and tell us your concern — our team will guide you on the next step.
Fees depend on your dental condition after consultation. The dentist will advise the suitable treatment plan after checking.
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