Professional Cleaning & Hygiene

A professional clean to remove hardened tartar and surface stain that brushing cannot shift, leaving the teeth smoother and the gums healthier. The dentist or hygienist removes deposits with an ultrasonic scaler, polishes the teeth, and can add air-polishing to lift stubborn staining from coffee, tea or smoking. Fluoride and a tailored brushing demonstration can be included to help keep results lasting between visits.

Professional hygiene is the foundation of healthy teeth and gums and the most cost-effective dental treatment most people can have. Over time, plaque hardens into tartar (calculus) that cannot be removed by brushing and that irritates the gums, contributing to bleeding, bad breath and, if left, gum disease. At Family Dent the hardened deposits are removed with an ultrasonic scaler above and at the gum line, the teeth are polished smooth, and air-polishing — a fine spray of water and powder — can be added to remove ingrained stain from coffee, tea, red wine or tobacco. The appointment is also an opportunity to disclose where plaque is being missed and to demonstrate a more effective brushing and cleaning routine, which the clinic offers as a dedicated instruction session. A contact fluoride application can be added to help strengthen the enamel and reduce sensitivity. Regular hygiene visits, typically every six to twelve months depending on individual need, help keep the gums firm and pink, lower the risk of decay and gum disease, and protect existing fillings, crowns and implants. The treatment is comfortable, requires no anaesthetic in most cases and leaves the mouth feeling notably fresher and the teeth visibly brighter where surface stain has been removed.