Professional Dental Hygiene (Cleaning)

A professional hygiene appointment that removes plaque, tartar and surface staining to leave the teeth clean and the gums healthier. At ArtiSmile this usually combines ultrasonic scaling to lift hardened deposits, air-polishing (sandblasting) to remove stains from coffee, tea and tobacco, and a fluoride application to strengthen enamel. Regular hygiene visits are the foundation of the clinic's preventive, gum-focused approach and help keep more complex treatment to a minimum.

Professional dental hygiene is the cornerstone of prevention at ArtiSmile and fits naturally with the practice's periodontology focus. Over time, plaque hardens into tartar (calculus) that ordinary brushing cannot remove and that irritates the gums, so the hygienist or dentist uses an ultrasonic scaler to break down and lift these deposits from above and just below the gum line. Air-polishing then uses a fine jet of powder and water to clear discolouration from coffee, tea, red wine and smoking, and the teeth are finished with a polish and a fluoride application to help protect the enamel. A typical appointment takes around an hour and is generally comfortable; some sensitivity afterwards is normal and settles quickly. Beyond the immediate fresh, smooth feel, regular hygiene visits are associated with healthier gums and are an important way to catch early signs of gum inflammation before they progress. The clinician will also show you where your home cleaning is missing and tailor advice to your teeth. For most people a hygiene visit once or twice a year is recommended, and more frequently for those prone to gum problems. It is a sensible first step to combine with a check-up, and pairs well with whitening or cosmetic work for which a clean starting point matters.