Professional Dental Cleaning (Scaling & Air Polishing)

A professional hygiene appointment removes hardened tartar and stain that brushing cannot, using ultrasonic scaling and air polishing, followed by fluoride protection. Regular cleaning helps prevent gum disease and decay and keeps the teeth looking brighter. PARKOWA offers cleaning as part of its prophylaxis and periodontology care, and it is also recommended before whitening or restorative work.

Professional cleaning, or scaling and polishing, removes the hard deposits (calculus or tartar) and surface staining that build up over time and cannot be cleared by brushing and flossing alone. Tartar harbours bacteria that irritate the gums and contribute to gum disease and decay, so regular removal is one of the most effective ways to keep the mouth healthy. At PARKOWA the hygienist or dentist uses ultrasonic scaling to break away tartar from above and just below the gumline, then air (sand) polishing — a fine jet of powder and water — to lift stubborn stains from the enamel, finishing with a fluoride application to strengthen the teeth. The appointment is comfortable and typically takes around three-quarters of an hour, leaving the teeth feeling smooth and looking cleaner and brighter. For patients with signs of gum disease the practice's periodontology specialists can extend care into deeper cleaning and ongoing management, and cleaning is routinely recommended before tooth whitening or before fitting crowns, veneers or other restorations so they bond to a clean, healthy surface. Most adults benefit from a professional clean once or twice a year, with more frequent visits advised for those prone to tartar build-up or gum problems. The clinician also reviews home-care technique so improvements are maintained between visits. Suitability is straightforward for the great majority of patients; any active gum disease found is discussed and managed as part of a wider plan.