Dr Akhil Agarwal, behind CMS Cambridge School, Vardan Khand, Sector 1, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
Teeth Cleaning in Lucknow
Professional Teeth Cleaning
Teeth cleaning is a process performed by dental professional to remove plaque and calculus around your teeth for a good oral hygiene. Maintenance of good oral hygiene leads to prevention of gingivitis and periodontitis.
We at our Dental clinic in Lucknow believe that Prevention is better than cure. So, a professional cleaning by our dentist is recommended once in a year.
Why do we need Teeth cleaning or Scaling?
Our Oral cavity houses many micro-organisms which in the presence of saliva and food release several chemicals. Plaque layer which calcifies into Calculus or Tartar Builds up over a period of time around our teeth.
This calcified layer is the home to bacteria which causes bone loss leading to periodontitis and inflamed gums which bleed on brushing and bad breath from mouth. We cannot remove this calculus by ourselves by brushing as its hard and calcified.
Professional dentists use ultrasonic vibrations from scaling machine and carefully remove this calculus leading to healthy gums.
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Does scaling or teeth cleaning makes our teeth weak?
The answer is No. On the contrary teeth cleaning removes the calculus which houses the micro-organisms thus leading to healthier gingiva or gum.
The patient might feel transient sensitivity or movement around teeth as the calculus is removed and gums take time to come back to their position.
You can feel a healthy change instantly as the gums become healthier and pinker.
Key Points about Teeth Cleaning
How often should I get Teeth Cleaning?
It depends upon your oral hygiene status and brushing techniques. The viscosity of your saliva also affects the rate of formation of plaque and calculus.
It is generally recommended to get a professional cleaning every 6 to 8 months. If you feel that your gums and teeth are healthy then also a checkup by your dentist is a must every year.
Is Dental Cleaning painful?
Dental cleaning is done with the help of a n ultrasonic scaler which produces vibrations with water spray which removes the hard calculus.If your gums are swollen and bleeding then you might experience slight discomfort.
The dentists usually start some medicine to reduce swelling and inflammation. Also, the cleaning is done in short sittings according to your convenience.
The process of Dental Cleaning?
Oral Prophylaxis or Dental cleaning is a vey common routine dental procedue. First the Dentist inspects your mouth for plaque and calculus. Then the patient is given a betadine rinse to gargle for few seconds.
With the help of modern ultrasonic scalers all the teeth are cleaned, and plaque and calculus removed. After proper cleaning a polishing agent is applied to polish the teeth.
Polishing makes dental surfaces smooth so there is less chances of plaque formation again. Finally, application of Floride to strengthen your teeth. It's a very comfortable and non-invasive procedure with instant results.
Cost of Dental Cleaning Procedure
The cost depends upon the nature of calculus and gum health. The severity of calculus deposits may be moderate to severe leading to further deterioration of the gums. There may be multiple sittings involved if the gums are swollen and bleeding for a longer duration.
In addition to the basic cleaning there may be required other add-on procedures like root planing and subgingival curettage also. Removal of pan-masala and tobacco stains may also be additionally required. Therefore, the cost of teeth cleaning is variable as per the need of the case.
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