Why is Scale and Polish Important?
Even with a rigorous oral care routine, there will be areas in your mouth that don’t always receive a thorough cleaning. Whether you have an uneven bite, misaligned teeth, or areas that are difficult to reach, it can be tricky to thoroughly clean all of your teeth.
Over time plaque can build up in these hard-to-reach areas and when left untreated plaque can develop into tartar. This is the yellow-brown colour that bonds to your tooth enamel and is extremely difficult to remove without professional intervention.
Having regular scale and polish treatments helps remove this tartar build-up to restore the natural whiteness of your teeth.
What Happens During a Scale and Polish Appointment?
During a scale and polish appointment, the plaque and tartar will be removed from your teeth and around your gumline using the latest ultrasonic equipment.
This will ensure the surface of your teeth is polished to a high standard, making them look whiter and feel smoother than before.
At Smile9, you can book a one-off scale and polish appointment or you can choose to have this treatment carried out alongside your routine six-monthly check-up.
This treatment is a great way to keep your teeth in excellent condition and reduce the likelihood of cavities and gum disease from developing.
How to practice Good Oral Hygiene
We recommend that you brush and floss your teeth twice a day. You should also use mouthwash after brushing and flossing to reduce the harmful bacteria in your mouth and keep your mouth clean.
Maintaining your oral hygiene in this way will reduce problems that lead to cavities and gum disease and keep your teeth naturally white.
It is essential that you also visit your dentist regularly for dental check-ups. Your dentist can monitor your oral health and check your teeth for early signs of gum disease, decay, cavities, and even certain cancers.
With the proper care and attention, you should be able to maintain a certain level of natural whiteness to your teeth. Our Airflow scale and polish service will just perfect your work and ensure those hard-to-reach areas are also cleaned properly.
