Methods of professional teeth cleaning, photo of the process. Hygienic teeth cleaning Should you have your teeth cleaned by a dentist?

Regular hygiene oral cavity is an important condition healthy and beautiful teeth and gums. Unfortunately, it is difficult to remove hard tartar or yellow plaque, formed over months. That is why people began to be interested in what “Ultrasonic teeth cleaning” is, its main advantages and disadvantages, contraindications and features of care after the procedure.

Chaotic food and availability bad habits(drinking alcohol and coffee, smoking, etc.) often leads to the formation of plaque that is difficult to remove with a toothbrush and even high-quality expensive toothpaste. Any mechanical methods to clean the stone are futile, and the use chemical methods can seriously destroy enamel, lead to tooth decay and increased sensitivity.

Ultrasonic cleaning

As an alternative to old methods, ultrasonic cleaning is relatively safe, but really effective method cleaning teeth from any pigmentation and deposits.

So, to give your teeth snow-white and healthy looking The device used is an ultrasonic scaler. It conducts special ultrasonic waves that reach the surface of the enamel without obstacles and remove plaque. varying degrees density. For each patient, the dentist individually adjusts the depth, frequency and amplitude of the waves, which allows achieving best effect with minimal enamel trauma. Tissues that are not affected by the waves remain unharmed, that is, the procedure can be considered local.

This dental service is painless. But sometimes ultrasound is used when cleaning teeth local anesthesia, especially when it comes to deposits under the gums.

The duration of the procedure, as a rule, does not exceed 1 hour.

After the event, the patient physically feels the cleanliness and smoothness of the teeth, sees their polished and slightly bleached smooth surface. Just do not confuse this procedure with whitening, which affects the enamel and can lead to slight damage.

By the way, ultrasonic cleaning is used not only as a hygienic or preventive technique. Sometimes it is necessary to secure particularly difficult fillings or restored parts of the tooth. It also acts as an excellent prevention of caries development.

Modern ultrasonic cleaning technologies

To understand in more detail what “ultrasonic teeth cleaning” is, you should consider the complex of procedures included in it:

The dentist strengthens the enamel with professional pastes containing fluoride.
The enamel is polished and whitened. At this stage, the doctor uses an attachment with a polishing gum, as well as brushes and products. Unfortunately, after such a procedure, you should take care of the enamel for several days, as it becomes extremely sensitive to temperature changes, sour and sweet foods.

Pros and cons of ultrasonic cleaning

First, let's look at positive properties procedures. The benefits of ultrasonic teeth cleaning are best demonstrated by before and after photos, which will allow you to clearly see the quality and results.

The technology is harmless and painless, unlike mechanical removal. The tooth is subjected to minimal impact, which does not reduce its strength and does not lead to serious injuries or chips. The scaler used during the session is sharpened according to special rules, which will allow maximum sparing of the enamel and effective cleansing of foreign deposits.

The procedure also allows you to obtain a perfectly smooth tooth surface, which prevents the occurrence of plaque in the near future.

Ultrasonic teeth cleaning before and after photos

There is one plus - the technology includes a gentle whitening stage, which allows you to return the enamel to its aesthetic natural shade.

A pleasant aspect is the increased comfort of the patient - minimal pain, efficiency of the procedure and regular irrigation of the treatment area with cool water.

And finally, ultrasonic cleaning improves the tooth’s resistance to subsequent procedures (fluoridation, silvering, filling, etc.), improves the adhesion of the material, and prevents caries.

Unfortunately, ultrasonic cleaning of teeth from stone has disadvantages:

The procedure cannot be considered painless for people with hypersensitivity enamel and advanced cases - local anesthesia by injection should almost always be used.
The technology is not used for people with allergic reactions to soda, salt, anesthetic, fluoride-containing pastes, polishes, etc.
The therapist may prohibit the event for people with cardiovascular diseases or respiratory diseases.
Also, the event requires increased caution if the patient has implants, not removable dentures or bracket systems.
There are a number of contraindications.
Difficult working conditions for the dentist (splashes, decreased tactile sensitivity, etc.), which sometimes affects the result.
Inability to remove plaque in some areas.
There have been cases of damage to gums and enamel during the procedure.

Safety of the procedure and possible contraindications

Of course, patients are concerned about whether ultrasonic teeth cleaning is harmful (before and after photos can be seen below).

Professional teeth cleaning: before and after

Expert studies have proven that modern options for holding events are absolutely safe for health (except for contraindications). On the contrary, the use of ultrasound technology allows for powerful prevention of other dental ailments and lesions.

The effectiveness and safety of the procedure is evidenced by positive reviews left by satisfied clients.

In most countries, this event is even included in the list of standard and necessary dental procedures.

Of course, you should not overuse ultrasonic teeth cleaning. It is quite enough to carry it out once every 6-12 months.

Cleaning should be done no more than once every 6-12 months.

Unfortunately, there are some contraindications to the event:

the presence of implants, fixed orthopedic structures, as well as complex ones;
arrhythmia, serious heart and vascular diseases;
systemic chronic diseases (asthma, endocarditis, bronchitis, epilepsy), etc.;
diseases in acute form(infectious, viral, colds);
inflammatory processes and diseases in the area of influence;
age under 18 years;
serious diseases such as tuberculosis, AIDS, HIV, hepatitis, anemia, etc.

Important: ultrasonic teeth cleaning has no contraindications during pregnancy!

Oral care after ultrasonic teeth cleaning

As we found out above, after a set of procedures, the sensitivity and susceptibility of enamel to external irritants increases, therefore You should follow the rules of dental care for the first day:

It is important for the patient to remember that after the procedure the teeth become more susceptible to both positive and negative effects. Therefore, follow the recommendations, use fluoride-containing pastes, eat foods with calcium and potassium, and do not forget about regular hygiene!

IN oral cavity Each person concentrates a lot of bacteria - according to recent research, in one gram of saliva there are about 200 billion different microorganisms. If hygienic procedures are carried out poorly or in insufficient quantities, then bacteria are able to actively multiply and settle on the teeth, gum tissue and tongue in the form of dental plaque. If it is not promptly removed, the soft plaque hardens and turns into a dense stone, which can no longer be removed at home. It is plaque and tartar that are the main causes of the development of most oral diseases, namely caries, gingivitis and their dangerous consequences.

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The goal of comprehensive hygiene, which is carried out in dental office- removal of plaque and hard stone from the interdental spaces, from the surface of the teeth, as well as from under the gums. The complex must be carried out every six months - as deposits accumulate. For patients with sensitive enamel, procedures are prescribed less frequently - no more than once a year.

Why carry out a comprehensive cleaning?

We use the latest technologies in everything, including caring for your own teeth, dentures and implants. Modern equipment and preparations have made hygiene methods effective and even pleasant - many patients compare them to a SPA procedure for teeth. While the doctor does his job, you relax in a comfortable chair, relax in BORK eye massage glasses, listening to pleasant music without any unpleasant sensations.

After comprehensive oral hygiene, the condition of the gums noticeably improves, their inflammation decreases, bleeding decreases, and teeth whiten due to their natural cleansing. Thus, the removal of plaque and stone is recommended in the treatment of gum disease, as well as as a prevention of caries and inflammatory processes of the mucous membranes if you smoke or drink a lot of coffee, tea or other drinks/products containing coloring substances.

What results can professional hygiene achieve?

All our patients who regularly undergo comprehensive dental cleanings can boast of strong, snow-white teeth and healthy gums!

How is cleaning carried out?
5 procedures for the health of your teeth

Hygiene is carried out only in a comprehensive manner - this is how you can achieve good results. These are five stages or five procedures, the purpose of which is to remove deposits and restore the health of enamel and gums.

Professional oral hygiene at the Smile-at-Once center is carried out by professional hygienists. We practice an exclusively individual approach, selecting a personal method and frequency of cleaning for each specific patient. Our main goal is to take good care of your teeth and gums, so our patients do not complain about unpleasant consequences such as pain, chipped enamel, or fallen fillings. Neither during nor after the procedure.

Stage 1: removal of soft and hard dental plaque

pros: effective removal even the hardest tartar. Taking care of enamel and gums.

This is the main method of removing tartar and plaque from the surface of the teeth, as well as from under the gums. And this is the first thing a dental hygienist begins to work with.

A special device is used, which is called a scaler (scaler or scaler - such names are also found). Ultrasonic waves or microvibrations are applied through a special tip, which break the stone into tiny particles. At the same time served a small amount of water - firstly, for cooling, so that the surface of the enamel does not overheat and there is no burn to the gums, and secondly, to wash out crushed pieces of plaque and stone.

The procedure is often painless, but for some patients (especially those with sensitive enamel or tartar located under the gums) it may cause discomfort. discomfort- in this case, surface anesthesia in the form of a gel is applied to the mucous membrane.

In addition to ultrasound, laser can also be used. Unlike an ultrasonic scaler, it does not create vibrations, but light waves. It acts selectively - on those areas and tissues that contain a maximum of water molecules. Namely, plaque and hard stone contain the most of them - this is how deposits are broken down.

In this case, the laser beam does not come into contact with either the enamel or the gums, so this procedure is considered very gentle. Removal of crushed pieces of deposits is carried out again using a jet of water.

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Stage 2: Air-Flow abrasive cleaning

advantages: plaque removal, fresh breath, no contraindications and gentle cleansing without damaging the enamel and gums.

After removing solid deposits, air-abrasive cleaning is carried out using Air-Flow technology. It can be used as an independent product, but, as a rule, with comprehensive hygiene it still complements ultrasound/laser treatment, because it does not remove solid deposits.

A special device delivers a stream of water under high pressure through a tip. At the same time, abrasive substances are used - this is a special powder that consists of microscopic granules. Their size is no more than 14 microns (micrometers). Due to this combination, soft plaque is effectively washed out both from the surface of the teeth and from under the gums, as well as from the interdental spaces, where it is extremely difficult to reach with other devices and means. In addition, the surfaces of dentures, composite restorations, orthodontic structures and even dental implants are gently cleaned.

Air-Flow is not only effective cleaning, but also simultaneous polishing. The procedure is often even called “Air-Flow whitening” - this effect is achieved by cleansing the enamel, returning natural shine and smoothness. This is a pleasant addition to the hygiene complex. And the powder particles are so small that they do not lead to cracks and scratches either on the enamel of living teeth or on the materials of denture crowns.

The powder, which is served simultaneously with water, contains flavorings - flavoring additives that refresh the mouth and make the procedure more pleasant. However, if the patient has allergic reactions to citrus fruits, mint or eucalyptus, it is important to tell your hygienist.

Stage 3: polishing the enamel

pros: the enamel becomes smooth - this effective protection from re-accumulation of plaque.

Our teeth have a porous surface. In addition, composite restorations (if you have extended teeth or fillings) also gradually lose their density and again become porous. It is in these micro-gaps that the smallest bacteria accumulate. Therefore, it is important to make the enamel smooth, level the surface of the fillings and the joints with the tissues of the living tooth. Only then will pathogenic microorganisms not “cling” to the enamel surface.

The procedure is carried out after hard deposits and soft plaque have been completely removed. That is, after ultrasound, the Air-Flow procedure, as well as manual cleaning with curettes (special instruments) if necessary - in those places where there was large cluster stone (usually under the gums).

To polish the entire surface of the teeth, special abrasive pastes are used, which are selected individually - taking into account the condition of the enamel, the number and quality of the fillings installed. The paste is applied using a brush with a high rotation speed of the head - the doctor carefully passes over all the teeth, polishing the lateral and chewing surfaces.

Stage 4: strengthening the enamel

pros: the enamel is saturated with useful microelements and becomes stronger.

The final stage of hygienic cleaning is fluoridation or strengthening of the enamel. A special protective fluoride varnish is applied to the surface of the teeth in the form of a gel, which relieves the increased sensitivity of the enamel, strengthens it, forming a special film that will help protect against bacterial attack.

Important! Inexpensive domestically produced fluoride varnishes can change the shade of the enamel - make it yellow. Therefore, it is better to make a choice in favor of Japanese and European-made products.

Stage 5: strengthening and restoration of gums

pros: inflammation of the gums decreases, the mucous membranes become more elastic and healthy.

Due to the removal of deposits, it occurs natural recovery the condition of the gums, since there is no factor that provokes inflammation - plaque and bacteria. However, after cleaning, the gums need to be helped to recover. To achieve this, our clinic uses several means:

gums are treated with a special disinfecting solution,
a soothing and regenerating hydrogel is applied,
A self-absorbing collagen plate (membrane) enriched with medicinal plant extracts is applied.

Once placed, such a membrane begins to absorb oral fluid, after which it is easily fixed to the mucous membrane. They immediately begin to actively secrete medicines of natural origin, which act precisely at the point of fixation. They have a strengthening effect and relieve inflammation. The membrane dissolves within 1 hour on its own and does not require removal.

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Why are tartar and plaque dangerous?

“Fresh” stone and plaque are invisible and do not yet have time to cause damage to your teeth. But as they grow, they become noticeable and lead to pathological processes not only the oral cavity, but also the entire body.

visual disturbances: plaque has yellow and visible to others. Your teeth change color, crowns often appear shorter due to the presence of deposits along the gum level,
bad breath, which occurs due to decay of food debris, the contents of periodontal pockets,
caries and pulpitis occur, since bacteria gradually corrode first the enamel, and then dentin - the internal tooth tissue,
periodontitis occurs - inflammation of the periodontal tissues surrounding tooth root,
the risk of formation of cysts and granulomas increases, especially when the deposits “deepen” and are localized under the gum, on the roots,
gums become inflamed - first gingivitis (superficial lesion) occurs, followed by periodontitis. The mucous membranes move away from the surface of the teeth, the ligamentous apparatus is destroyed, the teeth begin to loosen, and then completely fall out of the sockets.

Remember! Between early tooth loss and poor hygiene oral cavity the most direct connection! Periodontitis and inflammation of the gums along with periodontal tissues are the main and main reason why our teeth fail.

But in addition to the fact that teeth and gums are destroyed, it is important to remember that plaque is bacteria, and pathogenic ones. We swallow them, they are carried along with the bloodstream throughout the body. Therefore, maintaining oral health is protection against the development of cardiovascular pathologies, problems with gastrointestinal tract, genitourinary system.

Why does plaque accumulate on teeth?

The very first and main reason is the lack of, poor-quality oral hygiene or omissions. But there are also third-party factors that cause increased plaque accumulation.

incorrectly selected hygiene products: too hard brush leads to injury to gums and enamel, soft does not clean enough,
transition to a gentle care regime when the first signs of inflammation of the mucous membranes appear - in such situations, hygiene, on the contrary, should be strengthened to the maximum,
eating “sweet” foods that are rich in light carbohydrates: sweets, buns, candies,
lack of solid foods in the diet, which helps strengthen the gums and naturally clean enamel
smoking, taking narcotic substances, abuse of tea and coffee,
disturbances in the composition of saliva, which leads to its inability to clean teeth,
lack of vitamins in the body,
malocclusions that do not allow hygiene in certain areas of the dentition,
common diseases: diabetes, endocrine and hormonal disorders, diseases gastrointestinal organs,
therapy with antibacterial drugs.

Indications and contraindications for comprehensive cleaning

Professional hygiene should be carried out at least once a year - these are WHO recommendations, even if you don’t see any external manifestations- gums may look healthy, but there is no plaque. Deposits may be located under the mucous membrane and not yet lead to an inflammatory process - you simply may not yet notice the changes. Therefore, hygiene will be the best prevention.

In addition, this complex (with some restrictions) is necessarily carried out in the presence of implants and prostheses supported by them - to maintain the healthy state of tissues, maintain the guarantee and result of treatment. Hygiene is also mandatory during any orthodontic treatment, especially when wearing braces (can be done every 3-4 months).

Indications

the presence of plaque and stone of any location, incl. under the gums,
enamel pigmentation,
inflammation and bleeding of gums,
"smoker's touch"
frequent consumption of coffee and black tea,
preparation for the installation of braces, dentures, veneers, lumineers or implants,
hygiene with braces,
the presence of any dentures, including those supported by implants,
prevention of diseases of teeth and gums.

Contraindications (mainly to Air-Flow)

pregnancy,
lactation,
ENT diseases: asthma, bronchitis (with caution),
inflammatory and infectious diseases oral mucosa,
abundant caries, pulpitis,
spicy viral diseases,
weakened tooth enamel,
allergic reactions to the drugs used.

Brushing your teeth actually has no contraindications. They mainly relate to Air-Flow processing, but if there are restrictions, then this stage is simply excluded, or the drugs used are adjusted.

Does the method have any disadvantages?

If teeth cleaning is carried out professional doctor, then the method has no disadvantages - pain after the procedure is either completely absent or goes away quickly, tissues are not injured, plaque and stone are removed very efficiently. The only disadvantage can be considered the need for professional hygiene on an ongoing basis, so self-control is required from the patient (along with undergoing classical examinations of the condition of the teeth). In combination with high-quality self-hygiene, this will be an excellent prevention of many diseases of the teeth and gums.

Rules for rehabilitation after comprehensive hygiene

After carrying out comprehensive hygiene, during the first 24 hours it is necessary to refrain from brushing your teeth (in the evening it is enough to rinse your mouth and use dental floss), as well as consuming coloring drinks and foods.

To maintain the result, it is advisable to strengthen self-hygiene. To do this you need to follow only 3 simple rules:

choose correctly toothbrush: The bristles should be of medium hardness, the brush itself should be changed every 3-4 months. Your attending hygienist will definitely recommend the most suitable option and teach rules of use,
choose correctly toothpaste: this recommendation your doctor will give it to you - again based on the condition of your teeth enamel and gum health,
Maintain regular hygiene: you need to brush your teeth in the morning before meals and in the evening before bed, and after each snack, remove food residues using dental floss.

It is complete and regular oral hygiene - best prevention the appearance of dental plaque, which can cause great harm teeth and gums. Don't forget about passing preventive examinations and professional hygiene - this will be an excellent addition to maintaining healthy teeth and gums.

What are the alternatives?

Cleaning teeth from plaque and tartar should be carried out in a comprehensive manner: the patient himself must independently remove deposits with a brush and toothpaste in the morning and evening, and also use dental floss and mouthwash after each meal.

At home, a unique alternative (but not a complete replacement!) to the professional cleaning procedure can be the use of an irrigator. The device allows you to cope quite effectively with soft dental deposits.

A more serious alternative to cleaning at the dentist may be gum curettage. This procedure does not exclude the use of all of the listed methods, but additionally implies surgical intervention- the gum exfoliates, which allows you to get to deposits located deep under the gum.

1 According to WHO - World Organization healthcare.
2 Kirillova E.V. Possibilities of modern remineralizing compositions in aesthetic dental treatment. Modern dentistry, 2010.

Everyone knows how important it is to maintain oral hygiene. However, the usual means, such as a brush and paste, are not always enough - in some cases, a full-fledged professional teeth cleaning in the dentist’s office is necessary. Modern doctors They have several technologies for professional teeth cleaning that provide a stable and long-term effect. Professional teeth cleaning

Why do you need professional cleaning?

Most people in everyday life make do with basic hygiene products - a toothbrush and toothpaste, in addition, dental floss and mouth rinses are becoming increasingly popular. Usually this is quite enough to remove soft plaque and more or less successfully prevent its occurrence.

However, even the best means cannot provide complete protection against tartar formation. Tartar is nothing more than mineralized soft plaque on teeth. Hard plaques can cause a lot of problems: they put pressure on the tooth, destroy the enamel and contribute to the development of inflammation and caries. It is impossible to remove them with a regular brush, but trying self-removal almost always leads to injury to the tooth and gums.

Brown plaque on the teeth

The reason for the formation of tartar is not necessarily neglect of hygiene: it can also be hereditary predisposition, and problems with the bite and position of the teeth, which makes cleaning very difficult. In any case, it is almost impossible to get rid of hard plaque on your own. This is why professional cleaning has been developed - with its help you can not only remove tartar, but also remove soft plaque, as well as polish and even lighten tooth enamel.

Technologies for professional teeth cleaning

Modern dentistry offers four ways to clean the crowns and cervical part of the tooth:

Air-flow;
ultrasonic cleaning;
laser cleansing;
mechanical cleaning (considered an outdated technology and practically not used).

These methods can be used individually or combined with each other. Most often, combined cleaning includes Air-flow and ultrasound.

Professional teeth cleaning with Air-Flow device

Cleaning with Air-flow technology

Air-flow is an original technology for cleaning teeth using a special device that delivers a stream of air and fluoridated water under high pressure with the addition of tiny particles abrasive powder based on sodium bicarbonate.

The powder is absolutely harmless and non-toxic. A stream of water, air and powder quickly and carefully removes soft plaque and small hard particles, cleanses the interdental spaces and massages the gums, improving blood flow. Powder granules polish the enamel, making it several tones lighter. Using a special variation of this technology - perio-flow– it is even possible to remove plaque located under the gums. During this procedure, a softer glycine-based powder is used that does not injure the tissue.

This procedure is carried out very quickly, and the effect lasts a long time. However, it has contraindications - Air-flow cleaning should not be carried out by people suffering from gum and periodontal inflammation, since abrasive particles that irritate soft tissues can aggravate the inflammatory process. This procedure is also contraindicated for people with bronchial asthma, as it can provoke an attack.

Teeth cleaning with Air Flow device

The average duration of the procedure is 30 minutes.

Ultrasonic cleaning

The essence of this method is to crush tartar using high-frequency sound waves. The waves emitted by a special device are directed to the tooth using a special attachment - a scaler. At the same time, a stream of water is applied to the tooth - it washes away microscopic fragments of tartar and cools the tooth itself, which can heat up under the influence of ultrasonic waves. Ultrasound will help remove tartar and deposits even under the gums.

Ultrasound can deal with hard deposits any size, however, this procedure does not provide a brightening effect like Air-flow - during ultrasonic cleaning, deposits are removed from the enamel, but it is not polished. Therefore, the aesthetic effect of this procedure is less noticeable. However, unlike Air-flow, ultrasound helps remove large solid deposits, and not just a soft coating. Often these two technologies are combined to achieve maximum effect.

Ultrasound teeth cleaning

Absolute contraindication This procedure has only one thing - oncological diseases. Ultrasound should be used with caution by people with hypersensitive teeth and thin enamel - the procedure can cause severe pain.

The average duration of the procedure is 40-60 minutes, depending on the number of teeth that need to be cleaned.

Ultrasound is rarely used on its own, much more often dentists offer complex procedure– Air-flow and ultrasound. First, ultrasonic removal of hard plaque is carried out, then using a water-powder mixture, soft plaque is removed and the enamel is polished. This cleaning method is very popular due to its excellent cosmetic effect.

Laser cleansing

Laser cleaning teeth is considered the safest and most gentle procedure. Its essence consists in heating solid deposits that contain a lot of moisture with a laser beam; the liquid they contain boils and literally explodes the tartar. There is practically no liquid in tooth enamel, so the laser is harmless to it.

Laser tartar removal

During this procedure, the teeth are simultaneously cleaned, their surface is disinfected, blood circulation in the gums is improved, and the enamel is whitened—it becomes several shades lighter. Laser cleaning is quick and completely painless. Its only drawback is an impressive list of contraindications. Thus, laser teeth cleaning is not recommended for people with:

periodontitis;
braces;
a large number of fillings;
any endoprostheses in the body;
diseases of the cardiovascular system;
bronchial asthma;
viral infections;
all types of hepatitis, tuberculosis, HIV.

The average duration of the procedure is 40-50 minutes.

Before and after teeth cleaning in dentistry

Stages of professional teeth cleaning

The procedure for performing all professional cleaning procedures is very similar:

first, the doctor examines the patient, assessing the condition of the teeth and oral cavity;
then the cleaning is carried out directly - with ultrasound, Air-flow or laser; it can be a complex procedure combining ultrasound and Air-flow;
after this, the surface of each tooth is carefully polished using special pastes and brushes;
The teeth are then coated with a fluoride compound that strengthens the tooth enamel.

Oral care after brushing

Do not eat for 2 hours after cleansing;
for 2-3 days it is recommended to use a toothbrush with soft bristles so as not to injure the gums, the sensitivity of which increases after brushing;
It is advisable to brush your teeth after each meal for 2-3 days. If this is not possible, rinse your mouth with clean water;
You should stop smoking for a few days, otherwise the enamel will turn a deep yellow color;
after Air-flow cleaning it is necessary to exclude saturated foods from the diet for a week dark colors, such as beets, berries, mustard, blueberries, blackberries, chocolate - they can stain the enamel. You should also abstain from tea and coffee for a while.

The importance of maintaining oral hygiene is obvious. Professional preventative teeth cleaning helps maintain it high level.

Dazzling white teeth and fresh breath are the main components of a beautiful and bright smile. In addition, well-groomed teeth are an indicator of good human health. However, not always standard daily procedures for caring for them can guarantee protection against stone and plaque. Doctors recommend visiting a dentist every six months for hygienic (professional) teeth cleaning.

What is professional teeth cleaning?

Hygienic teeth cleaning is a procedure for removing tartar and plaque, which is carried out exclusively in dental clinics by experienced doctors. In this case, special equipment is used.

During this procedure, all pathogenic bacteria are destroyed, which is a huge plus in maintaining human immunity. In addition, all manipulations are painless, i.e. It is possible to restore the natural beauty of your teeth without feeling any pain. Hygienic (professional) teeth cleaning does not require much time. In a short period of time, you can not only get rid of tartar and plaque on your teeth, but also carry out high-quality prevention of oral diseases.

Indications for the procedure

Hygienic teeth cleaning has virtually no contraindications. With its help, a number of problems related to the oral cavity are solved. These include:

Hygienic procedures for brushing your teeth should be done at least once every six months. The doctor may prescribe additional cleaning if necessary.

Types of hygienic cleaning

There are two types of professional cleaning:

manual;
hardware room

In the process of performing the latter, the following techniques are used:

Air Flow;
ultrasonic cleaning;
laser correction.

Since hygienic cleaning is first and foremost deep cleansing tooth enamel, it is better to combine different methods. This combination of alternative actions will enhance the effect of this procedure and give your teeth whiteness and health. Each of the methods is worth considering in more detail.

AirFlow

This technique is based on 3 components: air flow, water flow, baking soda. Each of them plays a special role in cleaning teeth. Air flow delivers soda to the problem area, which, under pressure, hits the plaque and helps it peel off from the enamel. Water washes away peelings and helps reduce body temperature, which rises as a result of friction of soda particles against plaque. For a fresh effect, menthol, lemon, mint and other flavors are added to the water.

The advantages of the Air Flow method include:

safety;
painlessness;
efficiency;
availability;
low price.

By using this method You can not only clean your teeth, but also polish the enamel. This will give it shine and partially illuminate it. It will not be possible to achieve complete lightening, since the method only involves cleaning the enamel from contaminants.

The effect of Air Flow lasts up to six months. The duration of the cleaning process itself ranges from 20 minutes to 1 hour.

This cleaning method also has contraindications:

acute form of periodontal disease;
damage to tooth enamel;
problems with respiratory system(asthma, obstructive bronchitis);
allergic reaction to the components used in this method;
enamel is too thin;
caries.

Ultrasonic cleaning

Water is supplied in the same way as with Air Flow. A water jet removes destructible deposits from tooth enamel and washes away their remains from those places where it is very difficult to reach. At the same time, partial lightening of the tooth enamel is carried out. For this manipulation, dentists use a dental scaler, with the help of vibration you can easily remove tartar and get rid of plaque (we recommend reading: how to remove tartar at home).

This cleaning method has the following advantages:

painlessness (although sometimes local anesthesia is still used);
antiseptic effect;
promotes the destruction of germs and bacteria;
safety;
gentle effect on enamel.

Ultrasonic cleansing is contraindicated in patients who:

To date ultrasound technique became very popular. This led to its cost significantly decreasing. The effect of this procedure lasts about a year, but only with careful home care for teeth.

Laser cleansing

Modern medicine does not stand still, and today, instead of mechanical teeth cleaning, laser cleaning has become widely used. This method is based on the process of evaporation of liquid, which contains a lot in the thickness of dental plaque and tartar, compared to enamel. Using a laser, this liquid is gradually evaporated and deposits are destroyed.

Due to the fact that the instruments do not come into contact with tissue, this procedure is absolutely painless. In addition, the likelihood of any infection, the development of caries and other diseases of the oral cavity is minimized, since the laser is a kind of antiseptic.

After laser treatment, teeth are not only freed from tartar and plaque, but also become several shades whiter at once (we recommend reading: methods of teeth whitening and photos of beautiful white teeth). Thus, there is no need to undergo additional whitening procedures. To verify this, just look at the photos taken before and after laser cleaning.

Despite many advantages, this hygiene procedure also has disadvantages. It is contraindicated:

This method is characterized by a high price, which can be several times higher than the cost of teeth cleaning using other methods, but this does not stop those who want to get a spectacular result. snow-white smile. In addition, it will be able to please its owner and the people around him for at least a year.

Mechanical method

The mechanical method of hygienic cleaning is one of the oldest. Unlike modern ones, it has many disadvantages. To perform this procedure, the dentist uses special instruments. It takes a lot of time to perform a complex of manipulations in this way. Plus, they are very painful.

With the mechanical method, even the oldest plaque is removed, and the teeth become naturally white. This method is contraindicated for those who have very sensitive enamel, as there is a high probability of injury to the dentition. Cases often occur when pieces of enamel break off along with the stone.

Sequence of dentist actions

Professional cleaning is carried out in 4 stages:

Removal of tartar and hard plaque using ultrasound. The dentist uses a scaler, which quickly removes all deposits on the tooth enamel. If the patient sensitive gums, he is offered anesthesia so that he does not feel discomfort during the procedure. In general, this stage is painless.
Cleaning teeth from soft plaque using the Air Flow method (we recommend reading: Air Flow teeth brushing: what it is and its advantages). To destroy bacteria and plaque, a special composition is applied to the tooth enamel, which fills all hard-to-reach places. As a result of this procedure, teeth return to their natural color and smoothness.
Polishing tooth enamel. At this stage, the dentist uses a special abrasive paste, which is selected individually for each patient. As a result, tooth enamel acquires shine and whiteness, as well as protection from pathogenic microflora.
Application of fluoride varnish (a special film containing fluoride) to tooth enamel, which not only strengthens it, but also prevents sensitivity.

Pros of the procedure, before and after photos

Pros of professional cleaning:

Disadvantages and contraindications

There are no disadvantages as such to professional teeth cleaning. These include only the presence of some contraindications. There are few of them, but you shouldn’t close your eyes to them:

developing pregnancy;
arrhythmia and heart failure;
inflammation of the gums;
spicy respiratory diseases, asthma, chronic bronchitis;
erosion of tooth enamel.

Regular visits to the dentist guarantee a beautiful and snow-white smile. Hygiene at home is an integral part of dental care.

Dental measures to remove deposits on teeth (tartar, plaque on enamel) are professional teeth cleaning. Tartar on teeth arises from dental plaque on planes inaccessible to a brush.

Such plaque cannot be removed with a toothbrush; food debris, calcium, phosphorus and iron salts crystallize into stones. If darkening appears on the enamel, this is a signal about the need for cleaning at the dentist.

Timely consultation with a doctor is effective prevention caries. Additionally, it gives your teeth an attractive appearance and your smile a natural whiteness.

Types

Some patients, out of ignorance, do not distinguish between teeth cleaning and teeth whitening - these are different activities, each aimed at its own result. Several types of cleaning have been developed in dentistry, the most popular:

ultrasonic scaler;
laser machine;
"air flow";
hygienic (manual).

Each of these types of cleansing has pros and cons. The methods are designed to get rid of problems (according to severity level).

Ultrasonic cleaning optimizes the condition of the gums and stops bleeding. The scaler has several contraindications.
Laser cleaning kills microorganisms and has medicinal property- heals mouth ulcers.
“Air flow” cleaning is performed using an air stream with an abrasive. There are contraindications.
Hygienic cleaning is a method of removing plaque using specialized dental brushes and hooks - this is a gentle method of removing tartar. Today, hygiene procedures at the dentist are used less frequently than others.

Choose The right way Only a dentist can clean the enamel. When choosing, he takes into account the method suitable for a particular patient, age, and dental condition.

Ultrasonic teeth cleaning

This technique requires the presence of special equipment that produces ultrasonic waves. Under the influence of ultrasound, the stone crumbles and peels off from the enamel. The wave is directed and focused using a special hook (scaler). There is a negative side to the technique - ultrasound causes vibrations that heat not only the stone, but also the enamel.

Modern ultrasound machines They even remove plaque concentrated on the gums, maintaining their health. Ultrasound cleaning in normal oral cavity is painless and safe absolute number patients.

Individual patients with hypersensitivity and chronic diseases Ultrasound is contraindicated in teeth - it can cause pain and relapse of the disease.

Laser teeth cleaning

Enamel and tartar have different percentages of water content - the mechanism of action is based on this laser procedure. There is much more water in tartar, so the laser beam promotes explosive boiling of water and crushing of harmful deposits.

In addition to removing unwanted deposits on teeth, the laser has a bactericidal effect. Thanks to this, pathogenic bacteria in the oral cavity die and the enamel is strengthened.

Laser treatment is an effective measure even in terms of external effect - the enamel becomes lighter by one or two tones. In addition to cleaning, there is also laser whitening - you need to understand that these are different events.

Teeth brushing “air flow”

This type of procedure requires a dental device that performs cleaning with a highly targeted, powerful air jet. Air under enormous pressure quickly blows away plaque, traces of nicotine and food.

Some patients experience teeth whitening by several shades after this medical procedure, but this is a side effect and does not always happen.

After removing the plaque, if a person returns to the old lifestyle, the color of the teeth returns to their original state, they again acquire their natural shade. For the procedure to be effective, an abrasive and water are used. The abrasive used is baking soda, which does not harm the body and enamel. The advantage of this option is that the results last for a long period.

A variation of the “air flow” technique is the “perio-flow” procedure, which focuses on crushing stone under the gums. For this procedure, instead of soda, another abrasive based on a medical substance is used. Contraindications to the use of “perio-flow” are gum diseases, because it provokes an inflammatory process.

Hygienic cleaning

To maintain hygiene at home, manufacturers produce a number of products. It will not be possible to completely clean the enamel at home; with the greatest efforts, only 55% of plaque is removed. The remaining 45% are in hard-to-reach places - under the teeth or gums.

These unremoved plaque residues are enough to cause caries, periodontitis, and tartar in a person.

Hygienic cleaning by a doctor is carried out using a brush and specialized hooks. This measure completely prevents the development of caries and ensures a naturally snow-white smile and surprisingly smooth enamel. Manual cleaning by a dentist has no contraindications and is carried out twice or thrice a year.

After this hygiene procedure Sometimes the sensitivity of the gums and teeth increases. This is not dangerous, the discomfort goes away and does not cause further complications. To carry out prevention, a special gel with an antiseptic and antimicrobial effect for local use is applied to the gums. The gel is applied twice a day for 14 days after the procedure.

The second option to avoid discomfort is to rinse your mouth with a weak antiseptic solution or other special drugs. It should be borne in mind that alcohol solutions are prohibited during the first seven days after the procedure.

In the first week, it is useful to use soft toothbrushes, gradually replacing them with hard bristles. Useful to use dental floss or low power irrigator.

What is prohibited after professional teeth cleaning?

The procedure increases the sensitivity of the enamel, so dentists are categorically against smoking during this period. You should also not eat food containing artificial and natural colors - coffee drinks, any types of tea, wine made from red grapes.

They act similarly beet juice, carrots, berries that have an intense black, blue, red color.

It is forbidden to drink liquids that increase the sensitivity of tooth enamel. These include highly carbonated drinks, lemon and apple juice. It is forbidden to use rinses containing alcohol for two weeks; a brush with hard bristles is not recommended.

Contraindications to professional teeth cleaning

There are many positive effects from the procedure, but there are also negative sides and associated contraindications for use. These contraindications do not apply to every patient, but only in exceptional cases when the patient has individual distinctive characteristics of the gums or teeth.

Sensitivity of the gums and enamel - the procedure can be performed, but it will be painful, which is negatively perceived by patients.
Periodontitis and other oral pathologies are present.
Age less than 18 years.
Bacterial and viral diseases.
Allergy to medications and products used in the process.
Increased heart rate, arrhythmia.
Dangerous infections (hepatitis, tuberculosis, AIDS or HIV).
Multiple foci of caries.

The dentist's duty is to ask the patient about all of the above. Even if the disease or condition is not directly related to dental matters, it influences the doctor's decision.

A dentist who values his reputation will not agree to perform a procedure even for money if it harms the patient.

The harms and benefits of professional teeth cleaning

There is much controversy regarding the procedure. Some patients find it useful, while others claim that the procedure is dangerous for dental health. Dentists have long spoken out on this issue: the procedure is useful in moderation. Too frequent cleaning causes harm instead of benefit.

The norm is to perform the procedure twice a year (with an interval of six months). If you follow this simple schedule, no harm will be caused to the enamel.

The exception is the presence of crowns, bridges, and removable dentures. In patients with such elements in the oral cavity, tartar and plaque from the remains of bacterial activity form more quickly. Therefore, these patients receive cleanings every three to four months. Cleaning is a useful procedure, all causes of caries are removed, the enamel is not damaged.

The first step is to remove the stone using specialized tools, laser or ultrasound. Then the plaque, which is finer in structure, is removed. For this, specialized pastes and brushes are used. Then the teeth are varnished with fluoride to strengthen the enamel layer. The result is healthy teeth without signs of tartar or plaque. At the same time, the smell from the oral cavity disappears. Therefore, no damage to the teeth from the procedure is observed.

Professional teeth cleaning for pregnant women

Pregnancy is an important stage in the fate of a woman and her baby. Future mom wants to look attractive, but does not agree to put the baby’s health at risk for this. It is not surprising that pregnant women are constantly wondering whether the event will harm the baby?

The pregnant woman's body undergoes a powerful restructuring, in which the teeth also participate - their condition changes dramatically. The enamel becomes thinner, the tooth becomes vulnerable to the slightest infection. The procedure, performed competently and professionally, will protect the teeth by reducing the number of bacteria in the mouth. It is safe for the fetus and the pregnant woman, does not affect the systems and organs. No medications are used during the procedure, which is fundamentally important for pregnant women.