Dental Hygiene & Cleaning

A professional hygiene appointment, or scale and polish, cleans the teeth more thoroughly than is possible at home and is a cornerstone of preventive dental care. Over time, plaque hardens into tartar (calculus) that cannot be removed by brushing; left in place it can contribute to gum inflammation, bleeding and bad breath. Removing it, along with surface staining, helps keep the gums healthy and the teeth and existing dental work in good condition.

At Pro Medical Clinic Dent the full hygiene visit combines several steps: ultrasonic scaling to remove tartar from the teeth and along the gum line, air-flow (air polishing) to lift stains from coffee, tea, wine and smoking, mechanical polishing for a smooth finish, and a fluoride application to help strengthen the enamel. The appointment finishes with individualised oral-hygiene instruction — brushing and interdental cleaning technique tailored to your…

Regular hygiene visits are recommended for most adults, typically once or twice a year depending on individual risk, and are a good first step before whitening or other cosmetic work so the result is even. The hygienist or dentist will assess your gum health, advise on the right recall interval, and flag any areas that need attention from the dentist.