Dental hygienization – what is it and when to decide on it?

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The dental hygiene treatment is preventive cleaning, removal of plaque and tartar. It consists of several stages that not only have a positive effect on the condition of the teeth, but can also bring a whitening effect. What procedures are performed as part of dental hygiene and what are the benefits?

Dental hygienization – what is it?

Tooth hygiene treatment is tooth cleaning performed by a dentist. It can be a supplement to the daily oral hygiene, because in the dentist’s office we will very effectively get rid of the raids that can be a problem at home.

As part of oral hygiene, the dentist removes tartar, as well as surface deposits and bacterial plaque. Obtaining such an effect is possible thanks to several stages, which include:

1. scaling – removal of tartar;
2. sandblasting – removing sediments and discoloration;
3. polishing – smoothing the tooth surface, which reduces the build-up of tarnish;
4. fluoridation – tooth varnishing consists in strengthening the enamel with fluorine, and thus increasing its resistance to caries.

Indications for dental hygiene

Anyone can perform prophylactic dental hygiene, but it is worth discussing individual needs with the dentist first. He may state an increased need for dental cleaning of the oral cavity due to the predisposition to the development of caries. On the other hand, if our diet does not contain excessive amounts of sugar and we clean our teeth properly, we do not have to deal with the problem of stone deposits. Then during hygienization treatment removal of deposits and discoloration as part of sandblasting and polishing will be sufficient.

It is generally accepted that it is best to use the dental hygiene service once or twice a year. It is worth consulting with your dentist what frequency of treatments will be appropriate in our case. Self-control is also important. If we cannot clean our teeth, we notice unsightly plaque or we cannot get rid of it during brushing, it is worth going to the oral cavity checkup. Such situations may arise more frequently in people who frequently drink coffee or tea, smoke cigarettes or follow a diet low in minerals.

Dental hygiene is obligatory for people who want to whiten their teeth using the office method. Only a thoroughly cleaned tooth surface is fully susceptible to the whitening agent. The procedure is also recommended for people who wear orthodontic appliances that make it difficult to brush their teeth thoroughly.

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The main indications for oral hygiene are therefore:

1. general dental prophylaxis;
2. deposits resulting from smoking and reaching for coffee or tea;
3. tartar;
4. tendency to caries;
5. orthodontic treatment;
6. teeth whitening.

To whiten your teeth without the help of a specialist, you can use 100% natural Bioherba toothpaste with activated carbon, which not only has whitening properties, but also inhibits the formation of caries.

Teeth hygienization – scaling

Tooth scaling is a procedure that removes tartar, which is deposited mainly in the interdental spaces, but also around the gingiva of the front and back of the teeth. Typically, scaling is the first step performed during full oral hygiene. In its course, the dentist removes hard tartar deposits, which promotes the development of caries, bleeding gums, the development of periodontitis and the formation of an unpleasant smell in the mouth.

Traditional scaling can be distinguished, i.e. mechanically performed, popular ultrasonic scaling, as well as laser and chemical scaling. The choice depends on what methods are offered by a given office and any contraindications. The amount of stone and its location are also important. The removal of calculus from the dental crowns is different (supragingival method) and the dental roots are removed differently (subgingival method).

The descaling procedure should not be painful, but may be unpleasant for people who are hypersensitive and have low pain tolerance. It is worth discussing the entire procedure with your dentist to dispel any doubts.

Tooth hygienisation – sandblasting

After scaling, the next stage of dental hygiene is sandblasting, i.e. removing plaque and discoloration. The dentist moves a nozzle over the surface of the teeth, from which a stream of water, air and cleaning particles is released under pressure. The mixture does not damage the enamel, but it is effective in eliminating deposits caused by coffee, tea or cigarette smoke. Safe sandblasters for dental treatments are used by proven offices and experienced specialists.

Teeth sandblasting and scaling make it possible to obtain an effect similar to whitening. It is possible because in many cases unsatisfactory tooth color is caused by surface discoloration and dark stone.

Teeth hygienisation – polishing

After sandblasting, the teeth are polished. Any tarnish residues are removed during brushing with the use of special polishing pastes. Additionally, the dentist or hygienist uses special rubber bands that smooth the enamel surface. On a slippery surface without depressions and furrows, sediments and contamination do not remain. This limits the formation of caries.

Tooth hygienisation – fluoridation

At the end of tooth hygienisation, fluoridation can be performed. During the procedure, a fluoride-containing agent (varnish, foam or gel) is applied to the surface of the teeth, which protects the teeth and protects them against the development of caries and hypersensitivity of the necks of the teeth. In this way, you can also reduce cavities to a certain extent.

Strengthening the enamel with this method is not always performed as part of hygienization, so it is worth making sure that a given treatment package includes it. It is also important because fluoridation is not recommended for everyone, as it may lead to excessive tooth fluoridation. It is also not performed before the whitening treatment.

Contraindications to dental hygiene

It is not always possible to perform dental hygiene without any problems. This is especially true for patients with general health problems or diseases of the teeth and mouth. Oral hygienisation is usually not performed:

1. in the first and third trimesters of pregnancy;
2. in people with a pacemaker;
3. in case of a detachment of the retina of the eye;
4. in osteoporosis;
5. with asthma;
6. in people with deep gingival pockets;
7. when there is pain in the mucosa or a wound within it;
8. in the case of herpes on the lips.

Tooth hygienisation – recommendations after the procedure

After the procedure, the dentist will provide instructions on proper oral hygiene. It will also tell you how long to wait with food and drink (except water) – usually from 30 minutes to 3 hours. In case of postoperative hypersensitivity, it is worth reaching for the appropriate toothpaste. If we want to preserve the visual effect after removing discoloration, we should use a white diet XNUMX hours a day.

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Tooth hygienisation – effects

Oral hygiene treatment is prophylaxis of dental and gum diseasesbecause we get rid of bacteria, inhibit their growth and strengthen the enamel. By carrying out this procedure regularly, we significantly reduce the risk of caries, but this is not the only advantage of hygienisation.

Teeth whitening is also one of the effects of comprehensive oral cleansing. Removal of tartar, dark deposits and discoloration makes the teeth visibly whiter. In some cases, the hygienisation of the teeth alone gives such a good effect that there is no need to perform a specialized whitening treatment.

Proper care of the teeth is important after the dental hygiene has been completed. You can buy a set of oral hygiene cosmetics today at Medonet Market. The products take care of healthy teeth and prevent the formation of caries.

Dental hygienisation – what else is worth knowing?

Here are some of the most common questions people planning to see a dentist ask themselves:

1. Does dental hygiene hurt? The procedure is painless in most cases, although scaling and sandblasting may be associated with some discomfort. In the case of tartar removal, pain sometimes occurs, but this mainly concerns people with hypersensitivity or receding gums. In special cases, the use of local anesthesia is an option. After hygienization, a slight irritation sometimes appears, which should disappear within a short time.
2. What is full dental hygiene? This term applies to the entire hygiene package, which includes four treatments: scaling, sandblasting, polishing and fluoridation.
3. How long does dental hygiene take? Complete oral hygiene may take from 40 to 60 minutes. The duration of the procedure depends on the amount of tartar on the teeth.
4. How much does dental hygiene cost? The price of the treatment may vary from PLN 200 to PLN 380. It is worth remembering that packages are usually cheaper than scaling or sandblasting as part of a separate service.

Proper oral hygiene is very important in the prevention of discoloration and caries. At Medonet Market you can buy sonic brushes that will help you take care of it.

If you have additional questions about dental procedures and oral hygiene, your dentist may be able to answer your questions.