Professional Dental Hygiene

A professional hygiene appointment with the Denticus hygienists to remove plaque, hardened tartar and surface stains that brushing cannot. Typically combining ultrasonic scaling, airflow stain removal and polishing, it leaves the teeth clean and smooth and supports healthy gums. It is recommended at regular intervals as part of preventive care, and beforehand when planning whitening so the gel acts on a clean tooth surface.

Professional dental hygiene is a preventive cleaning carried out by a dental hygienist to remove the deposits that build up on teeth between check-ups. Even with good brushing, plaque hardens over time into tartar (calculus) that can only be removed with professional instruments, and a build-up around the gum line is a common driver of gum inflammation, bleeding and bad breath. At Denticus this service is delivered by the clinic's team of hygienists and is priced at 450 zł. A typical appointment combines ultrasonic scaling to break up and remove tartar above and below the gum line, airflow or sandblasting to lift coffee, tea, wine and tobacco stains from the enamel, and a final polish to leave the tooth surfaces smooth so plaque accumulates more slowly afterwards. The hygienist can also point out areas that are being missed during home brushing and advise on technique and interdental cleaning. Regular professional hygiene is associated with healthier gums and is widely recommended as part of routine maintenance, particularly for patients with crowns, veneers, implants or a history of gum problems. The clinic also recommends a hygiene visit before tooth whitening, so the bleaching gel works on a thoroughly clean surface, and a brief pre-whitening check is available separately. Frequency is tailored to each patient depending on how quickly tartar and staining return.