Dental Hygiene & Scaling

A professional cleaning appointment that removes hardened tartar and stains and leaves teeth smooth and polished. The hygienist uses ultrasonic scaling to lift calculus from above and just below the gumline, air-polishing (sandblasting) to clear surface stains from coffee, tea and tobacco, followed by polishing and a protective fluoride application. You also receive tailored advice on brushing and interdental cleaning. Regular hygiene visits are associated with healthier gums and are recommended around every six months.

Professional dental hygiene at Materna Dental is a thorough cleaning that goes well beyond what is achievable at home. The appointment begins with ultrasonic scaling to remove calcified plaque (tartar) from the tooth surfaces and around the gumline, where its build-up is associated with gum inflammation and bad breath. Air-polishing, often called sandblasting, then uses a fine jet of powder and water to lift stubborn surface staining from drinks and smoking, restoring the natural shade of the teeth. The surfaces are polished smooth to slow the return of plaque, and a fluoride varnish is applied to help strengthen enamel and reduce sensitivity. Just as importantly, the hygienist assesses your gum health and gives individualised guidance on technique, brush choice and interdental cleaning so that improvements last between visits. Removing tartar and biofilm regularly may support healthier gums and is part of preventing both decay and gum disease over time; for most patients a six-monthly recall keeps things stable, which the clinic offers at a reduced fee. The appointment is comfortable and suitable as a standalone visit or as preparation before whitening, restorative or orthodontic treatment, where a clean, healthy mouth gives better and more predictable results.