What Is Teeth Cleaning?
Teeth cleaning is part of your oral hygiene and involves the removal of dental plaque from your teeth with the intention of preventing
- cavities,
- gingivitis, and
- periodontal disease.
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How is Teeth Cleaning Performed?
Professional teeth cleaning also involves teeth scaling and polishing and may require debridement if too much tartar has accumulated on your teeth over a period of time. The procedure uses various instruments or devices to loosen and remove deposits from your teeth. At Glow Medical And Dental Center we use a number of instruments and devices to give our patients the desired results. One of the popular devices we use is PROPHY–JET, which is an air polishing prophylaxis system utilizing air, water, and either sodium bicarbonate (ProphyJet®) or non-sodium (JETFresh®) powder as a slurry to remove an external stain, as well as dental plaque and soft debris from your teeth which are difficult to remove otherwise. It simultaneously polishing the tooth surface for the best results.
Do we need a specialist to carry out the teeth cleaning procedure?
There is no need for a specialist to carry out the procedure. It is a simple procedure that a dental hygienist or a general dentist can perform very well.
Is Teeth Cleaning Important?
Where Brushing and flossing at home is essential, we cannot ignore the importance of teeth cleaning to ensure healthy teeth. You must see a dentist in Dubai for regular check-ups and bi-annual dental cleaning sessions. Teeth Cleaning is essential for preventing gum diseases, which eventually leads to early tooth loss.
Does Teeth Cleaning Remove tartar from your teeth?
The more tartar in your mouth, the longer it takes to remove it all. Unfortunately, tartar can only be removed with the help of a dentist. If you have tartar, do not waste your time trying to remove it at home.
Is “Teeth Cleaning” recommended for removing Plaque?
Unlike Tartar, plaque can be easily removed with regular tooth brushing and flossing.
How often should I go for Teeth Cleaning?
If you want to prevent gum disease and dental issues arising from tartar and plaque affecting your teeth, then it is highly recommended that you get your teeth cleaned at least twice a year. It also reduces your chances of heart attack and strokes. During a professional dental cleaning, it’s easy for your dentist to detect early signs of problems such as broken fillings and fractures.
Does “teeth cleaning” damage your teeth?
The scaling and polishing, performed by certified dental hygienists or general dentists, do not have any adverse impact on your teeth’s enamel.
Does teeth cleaning make teeth whiter?
Your dentist removes the yellow plaque and tartar from your teeth, leaving you with a whiter smile. Although, achieving a white is not the ultimate goal of teeth whitening. With teeth cleaning we aim to achieve a healthy smile.
Does Insurance Cover Teeth Cleaning?
Most insurance companies cover teeth cleaning at least twice a year. Many people are not aware of this. Hence, they never avail use opportunity and increase their risk of gum diseases, even heart attack and stroke.
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Is “teeth cleaning” an Invasive or non-invasive procedure?
Teeth cleaning is a noninvasive procedure.
Does “Teeth/dental cleaning” hurt?
Dental cleaning is a painless procedure. However, if you experience pain, then let your doctor know so he/she can have a closer look at the teeth or gums causing the pain. Your dentist will determine whether your discomfort and pain is indicative of a more serious dental issue. In case of gum problems, your dentist will refer you to a Periodontist in Dubai Media City, if the pain is indicative of an infection in the roots, then you may need to see an endodontist in Dubai.
How much do the “dental/teeth cleaning” cost in Dubai?
The price of dental cleaning varies from area to area. The usual price of dental cleaning in areas around media city, Dubai Internet City and the Knowledge Village is approximately AED 450. However, if you are working in the office park building, or you are a student in knowledge Village then you are eligible for up to 50% discount.
Followup
Once The procedure is completed, there is no follow up required.