Dental Hygiene & Cleaning

Professional dental hygiene is the cornerstone of keeping teeth and gums healthy and making restorative work last. Over time, plaque hardens into tartar (calculus) that cannot be removed by brushing alone and which harbours the bacteria that drive gum inflammation, bleeding and, if unchecked, gum disease and bone loss. A hygiene appointment at OrtoImplant Clinic removes this build-up from above and around the gum line and polishes away surface stains from…

The clinic distinguishes between a first, comprehensive cleaning — which is more thorough for patients who have not had a professional clean for some time — and shorter routine maintenance visits to keep things in order. Regular hygiene is associated with healthier gums, fresher breath and earlier detection of problems while they are small and easier to treat. It is especially important for patients with implants and full-arch restorations, where the…