Professional Oral Hygiene: Why a Home Toothbrush Is Not Enough
Even if you brush your teeth twice a day and use dental floss, it is not always enough for perfect cleanliness. Plaque accumulates in hard-to-reach places, which over time mineralizes and turns into tartar. Professional hygiene is not just a “cleaning,” but a necessary investment in the health of the entire body.
What Does the Procedure Include?
Modern dentistry offers a comprehensive approach, which usually consists of three main stages:
1. Ultrasonic Cleaning
Helps remove hard deposits (calculus/tartar) above and below the gums. The ultrasonic wave gently destroys the tartar without damaging the enamel.
2. Air-Flow
This is a method of cleaning using a jet stream mixture of water, air, and a special fine powder. It perfectly removes pigmented plaque from coffee, tea, and smoking, restoring the teeth to their natural color.
3. Polishing and Fluoridation
After cleaning, the surface of the teeth is polished with special pastes to make it smooth (plaque accumulates slower on smooth enamel). To conclude, the doctor may apply a fluoride varnish to strengthen the enamel and reduce sensitivity.
Why Is It Important?
Professional hygiene is the best way to prevent:
- Cavities: no plaque means no environment for bacteria to grow.
- Gum diseases: removing tartar prevents bleeding and the development of periodontitis.
- Bad breath: the main cause of halitosis is most often bacterial plaque.
- Cost savings: professional cleaning twice a year is significantly cheaper than root canal treatment or prosthetics.
