Professional oral hygiene, why teeth cleaning is needed, how often it should be done

The overwhelming number of oral diseases is associated with the activity of pathogenic bacteria. The plaque that forms in the mouth contains food debris and dead particles of the epithelium. Even with regular hygiene and care, the oral cavity still contains pathogenic microorganisms and their waste products. Bacterial plaque is the main cause of the development of caries and periodontal disease. It is impossible to completely get rid of plaque in the mouth and prevent the growth of bacteria at home: it is quite difficult to clean the interdental spaces and deep fissures with a regular brush. Accumulated deposits can be removed using professional oral hygiene.

Why is professional hygiene necessary?

“I brush my teeth twice a day for three minutes, use dental floss and mouthwash. Why spend money on dental cleanings? - this is a question many people ask. However, home hygiene alone, even the most thorough, is almost never enough. A toothbrush is simply not able to reach all hard-to-reach places, and it is not able to cope with hard deposits - tartar. Tartar is bacterial plaque hardened by salts.

Solid deposits have a yellow-brown tint. Over time, they become noticeable not only on the back surface of the teeth, but also in the spaces between teeth when a person speaks and smiles. Tartar causes bad breath and leads to inflammation in the gums.

PROFESSIONAL CLEANING

• Removes soft and hard plaque. • Disinfects the dental cavity. • Makes teeth a little whiter. • Freshens breath. • Strengthens tooth enamel. • Prevents the development of caries and other diseases.

Features of the procedure

Procedures are carried out using special tools and devices. These are professional toothbrushes of varying hardness, abrasives, ultrasound and combined equipment, irrigators, therapeutic ointments. After professional oral hygiene, the doctor gives recommendations for cleaning your teeth and gums at home.

Professional oral hygiene in a clinical setting has a number of advantages:

the ability to remove all deposits, including in hard-to-reach places;
the ability to restore the natural shade of enamel without special bleaching;
absolute safety;
absence of discomfort and pain during professional hygiene.

Professional hygiene is an excellent prevention of periodontal diseases, since during the procedures, tooth enamel is enriched with the necessary mineral components. It is also worth noting that after removing deposits, carious lesions become clearly visible, which allows them to be healed in a timely manner. Grinding and polishing, used during professional manipulations, makes it possible to restore the shade of the enamel, which is especially important for prosthetics.

Sometimes after medical procedures in professional hygiene, tooth sensitivity may increase. Special remedies prescribed by the dentist help get rid of discomfort. These can be toothpastes, rinses, gels.

Oral hygiene has its contraindications:

viral and infectious diseases (hepatitis, HIV);
respiratory diseases;
bleeding disorders and circulatory system diseases;
dental diseases in the acute stage;
injuries and wounds in the oral cavity.

Contraindications to oral hygiene are: exacerbation of certain chronic diseases, the presence of a pacemaker in the patient, childhood (up to 14 years).

How is the cleaning done?

Previously, dental plaque was removed manually using mechanical instruments, but this was uncomfortable for the patient and harmful to the enamel.

Today, hygienists use ultrasound and Air Flow devices.

Tartar is removed using an ultrasonic scaler.
An abrasive solution under high pressure removes soft bacterial plaque, traces of coffee, nicotine, and food coloring.
Tooth enamel is polished and fluoridated to strengthen it.

BEFORE WHAT TREATMENT SHOULD YOU CLEANSE?

• Implantation • Prosthetics • Installation of braces • Installation of veneers • Whitening • Dental treatment (in some cases)

Regularity of the procedure

You should visit your hygienist regularly to maintain healthy gums and teeth. The frequency of visits is determined by the dentist based on the clinical situation. Usually once every six months is enough.

For those patients who wear braces, visits every 3 months are recommended, since careful home hygiene is impossible during orthodontic treatment. The arch and the locking mount interfere with cleaning the dental spaces.

For those who enjoy coffee, strong tea and/or smoke, 3-4 times a year. Bad habits negatively affect the oral cavity, plaque and stones form faster.

It is also important to undergo preventive hygiene before and during pregnancy. A pregnant woman's gums are subject to hormonal changes, so it is important that there is no infection in the oral cavity. Therefore, all teeth must be healthy, there must be no stones or plaque in the mouth.

Innovative new product!

The Swiss company EMS has released a new generation device, Air Flow Prophylaxis Master. He brought professional hygiene to an even higher level: ultrasonic cleaning became available to those with very sensitive enamel and patients with periodontitis. The new device is equipped with a nozzle for removing deposits under the gum - previously this procedure was not included in the standard list of professional hygiene procedures.

HOW OFTEN DO I CLEAN?

• Adults - once every 6-12 months. • Children with mixed dentition - every 3 months. • For those who wear braces - at intervals of 2-4 months. • For older people with dentures - every 4-5 months.

Advantages of visiting the Medikastom clinic

Doctors at the Medikastom clinic are ready to perform professional manipulations to help you achieve a beautiful smile and minimize the risk of developing dental diseases. We have everything necessary to perform the procedures; professional hygiene is carried out by experienced and qualified specialists. Detailed information on hygiene issues and prices for services can be obtained from representatives of the clinic by contacting them by phone.

Vector Paro device

Another progressive technology in the field of dental hygiene belongs to the German company Durr Dental. The Vector Paro ultrasound device is designed to remove dental plaque under the gum, as well as for the prevention and treatment of periodontitis. Unlike conventional scalers, the tip oscillates here not horizontally, but vertically. Due to this, the risk of damage to the root surface is reduced to zero. The device does not use ordinary distilled water, but a mineral solution, which helps reduce tooth sensitivity after ultrasonic cleaning.

Why is it important to have professional cleaning?

If home hygiene is irregular, then food particles remain on the teeth. This becomes a breeding ground for bacteria. During their life, they release acid that destroys enamel. Stones and plaque also form, which have a pathological effect on the gums. Inflammation and bleeding occurs. Inflammation from the gums spreads to the bone tissue, and it decreases in volume. Teeth lose support, become loose, and fall out. Therefore, it is important not to lead to such complications and contact the dentist on time.

Fluoridation or remineralization therapy

The final stage of professional dental hygiene is fluoridation and remotherapy.

The purpose of fluoridation is to strengthen tooth enamel by applying a product with a high fluoride content.

Remotherapy normalizes the mineral composition of the enamel, which increases its resistance to the acids found in the oral cavity.

These absolutely comfortable and painless procedures serve as an excellent prevention of caries and increased sensitivity of teeth. At your appointment, your dentist will recommend one way or another to strengthen your teeth.

Have you had professional oral hygiene done? What to pay attention to after the procedure? Follow the recommendations of our dentists!

Professional oral hygiene: reviews

NatalyaJanuary 07, 2021

Thank you Olga Valentinovna for the excellent work! In addition to professionalism, every movement and word conveys sincere care, which is especially valuable in our time. The procedure was comfortable, taking into account the fact that I have increased sensitivity of some teeth. I liked the detailed consultation and extensive recommendations regarding home care. I will be happy to come again and recommend to friends. Special thanks to assistant Nadezhda, administrators and coordinator Ekaterina for the competent and clear organization. BELGRAVIA DENTAL STUDIO TEAM:

Natalya, thank you for your kind words addressed to the doctor and our entire team! Yes, we give detailed recommendations because we believe proper home care is very important! We are always happy to help you and thank you for your willingness to recommend us!

Ekaterina MaksimovaJanuary 05, 2021

I thank Konstantin Sklyarov for the brilliant professional hygiene! Konstantin is a professional magician! Very friendly, attentive, neat and calm doctor. He performed the work efficiently, without fuss, spoke in detail about the initial condition of the teeth, the procedures performed, and showed additional techniques for caring for the oral cavity. Konstantin, thank you for the excellent result, useful information and caring attitude! Good luck to you and further development in your profession! Always be the same great specialist! BELGRAVIA DENTAL STUDIO TEAM:

Ekaterina, thank you for your kind words! We are very glad that you liked the professional hygiene. Come again, we are always ready to help you!

EvgeniyDecember 23, 2020

I was very afraid to go for cleaning, my teeth were sensitive, I thought it would be very painful, but no, everything turned out to be completely painless. Valeria Vladimirovna explained in great detail how to brush your teeth, where in my case you should pay special attention, etc. And of course, when you feel a kind, respectful attitude from a doctor, this in itself is like anesthesia

Radmila December 07, 2020

I would like to express my deep gratitude to the doctor Konstantin Aleksandrovich and his assistant for my shiny, clean teeth. I had a cleaning procedure, and the effect was as if it had also been whitened, I’m very pleased!! In a very pleasant, cheerful atmosphere, quickly and with full consultation, without questions, the highest level! Thanks to the doctors of this clinic, I stopped being afraid of dentists, now any procedure is a joy!) Thank you!!! BELGRAVIA DENTAL STUDIO TEAM:

We are glad that you have such a great result! We do a lot for this, purchase new equipment for professional hygiene, use the most modern materials, special powders that do not spoil the enamel, but at the same time clean perfectly. Thank you very much for your feedback! Come again!

SarahDecember 03, 2020

I express my gratitude to the hygienist Ekaterina Vladimirovna Grechukhina for the pearly beauty and freshness of my teeth! Hygiene was as painless and even pleasant as possible, thanks to the latest equipment, the light hands of Ekaterina Vladimirovna and assistant Daria, attentive and very neat! Recommendations and training were given on home care, choosing a toothbrush and toothpaste. THANKS A LOT! Highly recommend! BELGRAVIA DENTAL STUDIO TEAM:

Thank you very much for your review and willingness to recommend us! Yes, we work hard to make every procedure in our clinic stress-free. This applies to both hygiene and treatment. Thanks for appreciating this!

VladislavNovember 13, 2020

The second time I visited Dr. O.V. Kogotko. and the second time I am very pleased with the result. The doctor did everything very carefully and thoroughly, not a single hint of pain, real “light hands.” During and after the procedure I received complete instructions on dental care. I strongly recommend the doctor to my friends! BELGRAVIA DENTAL STUDIO TEAM:

thank you very much for your feedback! Olga Valentinovna has really light and gentle hands, I agree with you! Good health, always happy to help!

Ekaterina November 04, 2020

Olenina Ekaterina Valentinovna you are now my tooth fairy! Thank you so much for an extraordinary 1.5 hours! I watched the film while brushing, without any unpleasant sensations and with the extraordinary care of the tooth fairy Catherine. I didn’t even expect that it was possible to achieve such a result of beautiful and clean teeth. So much useful information and gifts not only for me, but also for my daughter. What a pity that I didn’t know about such a wonderful clinic and extraordinary specialists before. BELGRAVIA DENTAL STUDIO TEAM:

It’s so good that you are with us now! Yes, we take professional hygiene as seriously as we take treatment. At the same time, we do everything carefully and gently. Thank you very much for noticing all this! We are always happy to help you!

KaterinaSeptember 26, 2020

I turned to Ekaterina Vladimirovna with bleeding gums. The doctor did a very good job of cleaning. After cleaning, she competently pointed out mistakes made during independent oral hygiene and advised how to avoid them in the future. Two days after visiting the doctor, the bleeding completely disappeared! Thank you very much for your professional help! And Ekaterina Vladimirovna also has very gentle hands! BELGRAVIA DENTAL STUDIO TEAM:

Thank you for your feedback! We are very glad that we helped you cope with the problem! Gentle hands are extremely important for a dentist Good health, we will always be happy to help you!

Ekaterina September 22, 2020

I express my deep gratitude to the hygienist Valeria Vladimirovna Goncharova, for her gentle hands, for her kind attitude towards patients, for her skill and qualified approach! I recommend this wonderful specialist, a master of his craft! BELGRAVIA DENTAL STUDIO TEAM:

thank you very much for such kind words! We will definitely pass them on to Valeria Vladimirovna! And good health to you!

Olga31 July 2020

“It would be happiness, but misfortune would help”... I lost a tooth, a crown on a pin, and decided to go to the clinic that I had dreamed of, but had put off visiting for a very long time. The road to treatment and recovery will be long. And I am very happy that my first appointment was with Olga Valentinovna Kogotko. Since she, no one has ever performed hygiene on me before, anywhere! In addition to the amazing result (my family and work colleagues immediately noticed brighter teeth, and this without bleaching), I want to note the affectionate, calm, non-critical attitude towards me. Having some practice of treatment in “fashionable” dentistry behind me, I realized how behind the times the technology in them is... My story in your clinic began with Olga Valentinovna and I was incredibly surprised by the high professionalism and ability to psychologically manage and calm the patient. And strangely enough, she taught me to just breathe during the no longer tiring procedure)) And I’m already waiting for the time to lie down in Olga Valentinovna’s chair again)) Bravo! And thanks to the sweet angel assistant! BELGRAVIA DENTAL STUDIO TEAM:

thank you very much for your feedback! We are very happy to work with you and are always ready to help!

Victoria07 July 2020

I would like to express my deep gratitude to Dr. Ekaterina Vladimirovna Grechukhina for her professional approach and careful treatment! The professional cleaning procedure was painless and of high quality. Very neat and attentive doctor! The results are amazing, you don't even need to bleach! The clinic has a very pleasant atmosphere and excellent service! I will only recommend you to everyone! BELGRAVIA DENTAL STUDIO TEAM

: Victoria, thank you for your feedback and for your willingness to recommend us! We are very glad that we helped you, we are always glad to see you in our clinic!

Anna20 June 2020

I express my deep gratitude to V.V. Goncharova. The doctor performed hygienic cleaning of very sensitive teeth completely painlessly! I am very glad that I came to you. Previously, I had a very difficult time undergoing this procedure in another clinic. Now only go to her for cleaning) . Everything went very comfortably, without discomfort. Valeria Vladimirovna told me about important recommendations for dental care, for which she is very grateful!!! BELGRAVIA DENTAL STUDIO TEAM:

thank you very much! We are very glad that we helped you! Yes, indeed, we know how to turn professional hygiene into a pleasant spa procedure for teeth. You are always welcome!

NatalyaJanuary 07, 2021

Ekaterina MaksimovaJanuary 05, 2021

Ekaterina, thank you for your kind words! We are very glad that you liked the professional hygiene. Come again, we are always ready to help you!

EvgeniyDecember 23, 2020

Answer:

It's nice to hear such feedback! Thank you! We are always glad to see you as a guest at the clinic!

Belgravia Dental Studio Team

Radmila December 07, 2020

SarahDecember 03, 2020

VladislavNovember 13, 2020

thank you very much for your feedback! Olga Valentinovna has really light and gentle hands, I agree with you! Good health, always happy to help!

Ekaterina November 04, 2020

KaterinaSeptember 26, 2020

Thank you for your feedback! We are very glad that we helped you cope with the problem! Gentle hands are extremely important for a dentist Good health, we will always be happy to help you!

Ekaterina September 22, 2020

thank you very much for such kind words! We will definitely pass them on to Valeria Vladimirovna! And good health to you!

Olga31 July 2020

thank you very much for your feedback! We are very happy to work with you and are always ready to help!

Victoria07 July 2020

: Victoria, thank you for your feedback and for your willingness to recommend us! We are very glad that we helped you, we are always glad to see you in our clinic!

Anna20 June 2020

thank you very much! We are very glad that we helped you! Yes, indeed, we know how to turn professional hygiene into a pleasant spa procedure for teeth. You are always welcome!

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Stage-by-stage occupational hygiene

Professional hygiene includes treating teeth with an ultrasonic device. Under the influence of ultrasonic waves, tartar moves away from the tooth. A special tip sprays water and creates ultrasonic vibrations. It allows you to remove stones and thick deposits (from coffee, tea, cigarettes). The thin tip of the tip penetrates between the teeth and into remote areas. Thus, hard deposits are removed without damaging the enamel and gums.

Second stage: treatment with Air Flow device. A special AIr Flow device is a tip that sprays fine powder and water under pressure. This allows you to remove soft plaque from all hard-to-reach places. The peculiarity is that it does not remove tartar, so Air Flow is always carried out only after teeth have been cleaned with ultrasound.

Third stage: polishing all surfaces of the teeth. After removing the plaque, stones, and rough enamel. A new raid will quickly join it. To prevent this from happening, the doctor carefully polishes each tooth with rubber bands, brushes, and pastes. After this, the enamel remains smooth. Many patients note this result.

Do not confuse professional hygiene with whitening. These are different manipulations. Whitening is aimed at lightening the tone of the enamel through the application of aggressive solutions and gels. Professional hygiene allows you to remove all dental deposits without affecting the color of the enamel. But many patients after professional hygiene note that their teeth have become lighter. This is due to the fact that plaque and stones have been removed from the enamel.

All dentists strongly recommend professional hygiene on a regular basis. This allows you to maintain healthy teeth and gums for many years. Any disease is easier to prevent than to treat. It is better to undergo preventive measures in time than to bring the situation in the oral cavity to a critical level.

Recommendations after hygiene

After professional hygiene, it is recommended to adhere to several rules:

Quit smoking for 1-2 days. Nicotine penetrates very deeply into the enamel, thereby giving an unpleasant yellow tint to the teeth. In the first two days after cleaning, the enamel is very susceptible to various pigments, so in order to maintain excellent results, bad habits must be abandoned.
Limit the consumption of coloring products. White diet. Eating foods such as beets, carrots, tea, and coffee can lead to excessive pigment accumulation in the first days after visiting the dentist.
Avoid eating aggressive foods. This category includes spicy, salty, hot and cold foods. Such irritating factors can provoke manifestations of increased sensitivity of teeth.

If you follow the recommendations, the result will last longer and there will be no side effects.

Advantages

Professional cleaning in dentistry is not only care, but also an event for improving the health of the oral cavity. Accumulated plaque, stone, and dense bacterial film destroy the porous structure of the enamel, leading to caries, periodontal disease, and oral diseases. The advantages of the procedure are as follows:

complete removal of deposits;
freshens breath;
prevention of caries, periodontitis;
no special training required;
Suitable for preparation for surgical and medical procedures.

Comprehensive care gives not only cleanliness but also a snow-white smile. A pleasant bonus will be the lightening of the enamel, it will acquire its beautiful natural color. Polishing and treatment with preparations ensures protection of the crown part from the accumulation of plaque and tartar.

Teeth cleaning and whitening

Many people think that after brushing their teeth will become several shades lighter, but this is not true. Cleaning and whitening are completely different procedures.

The first is aimed at removing plaque, including pigmented plaque, cleaning all surfaces of teeth, and polishing them. After this manipulation, the teeth do look lighter, but only by 1-2 shades. But whitening can dramatically change the color of your smile due to various types of effects on tooth enamel. Thus, it becomes 8 or even 10 shades lighter, and this is a very noticeable difference.

How often should you undergo professional oral hygiene?

It is usually sufficient to carry out professional oral hygiene twice a year. As well as undergoing a professional preventive examination at the dentist.

But if you smoke, often drink coffee or strong tea, or have some common chronic diseases or periodontitis, you may need to perform professional oral hygiene more often.

You can get detailed advice on professional oral hygiene services in Moscow at our clinic - “Venstom”! Call our contact phone numbers or write to our website chat!

Mechanical cleaning

Of course, doctors no longer use sharp instruments to chip away plaque. Manual cleaning is performed with brushes and abrasive pastes - the dentist cleans the surface of remaining plaque and dust, polishes and smoothes out uneven enamel.

Stages of hygienic cleaning

At the InWhite Medical clinic, doctors use all the stated methods to completely and effectively remove plaque, and also teach the patient how to clean their teeth on their own. Comprehensive oral hygiene includes four stages.

Consultation. The specialist identifies contraindications, finds out the patient’s lifestyle, his habits and explains where the plaque came from.
Education. The doctor shows you how to properly clean your mouth, tells you how much time to spend on daytime and evening procedures, how to use an irrigator, mouthwash and dental floss, and selects the right brush and toothpaste.
Cleaning. The oral cavity is treated with an antiseptic solution and the procedure begins. Soft plaque is removed using Air Flow, hard plaque is removed with ultrasound. Finally, polish the surface with a brush and abrasive paste.
Strengthening. Additionally, the patient is given a remineralizing gel and paste containing fluoride to strengthen the enamel and enhance the cleaning effect.

Children under 15 years of age are not recommended to undergo professional ultrasonic cleaning, as children's enamel is too fragile. However, you should not completely abandon the procedure, because this way you will not only ensure the health of your child’s teeth, but also teach him to take care of the oral cavity. Oral hygiene in children is carried out using soft abrasives and low pressure using the Air Flow method.

How much does the procedure cost?

The price of professional hygiene starts from 10,000 rubles. for a full range of hygiene procedures for both jaws. You can be confident in the quality and safety of the materials used at Dr. Lemberg's Dental Clinic. All manipulations are performed only by qualified specialists.

Oral hygiene is the most important aspect of oral care! Taking care of the cleanliness of your teeth means taking care of their health. A good level of hygiene and regular visits to the dentist can prevent many diseases at the earliest stages. The specialists at Dr. Lemberg Dental Clinic will take care of your smile and help you maintain healthy teeth!