Dental Hygiene (Scaling & Air-Polishing)

A professional cleaning that removes hardened tartar and surface staining that brushing cannot reach. The visit combines ultrasonic scaling to lift mineralised deposits with air-polishing to clean and smooth the tooth surfaces, optionally finished with a fluoride application. Regular hygiene is associated with healthier gums and is a sensible foundation before whitening or any restorative and prosthetic work.

A dental hygiene visit at STOMED is aimed at removing the hardened tartar (calculus) and soft plaque that accumulate over time and that ordinary brushing and flossing cannot fully clear. The dentist or hygienist first uses an ultrasonic scaler to break up and lift mineralised deposits from the tooth surfaces and along the gum line, then air-polishing — a controlled jet of fine powder and water known in Polish as piaskowanie — to remove stubborn staining from coffee, tea, red wine or tobacco and to leave the enamel clean and smooth. A contact fluoride application can be added to help strengthen the surface afterwards. Thorough, regular professional cleaning is widely associated with healthier gums and fresher breath, and it gives the dentist a clear view to spot early problems such as small cavities or areas of gum inflammation before they progress. It is also the usual starting point before tooth whitening, because the result is more even on clean teeth, and a recommended foundation before fitting crowns, veneers or other restorations. The treatment is well tolerated and needs no anaesthetic in most cases, though sensitive patients may notice mild, short-lived sensitivity afterwards. How long the appointment takes and where it falls in the price range depend mainly on how much build-up is present; people who clean professionally less often, or who are prone to staining, may need more time. The team will also offer practical advice on brushing and interdental cleaning to help maintain the result at home.