Dental Hygiene & Scaling

Even with good home care, plaque gradually hardens into tartar (calculus) in places a toothbrush cannot reach, particularly along the gumline and between teeth. Tartar harbours bacteria that irritate the gums and, over time, contribute to gum disease and bad breath. A professional hygiene appointment removes these deposits and refreshes the mouth, forming the basis of long-term oral health.

At Clinica Dentale a full hygiene visit typically combines ultrasonic scaling, which uses gentle high-frequency vibration to break tartar away from the tooth surface, with air polishing — a fine spray of water, air and powder that lifts staining from coffee, tea, wine or tobacco and cleans hard-to-reach areas. Each component is also offered individually for patients who need only one. Beyond the immediate clean and brighter smile, regular hygiene helps…