Scaling and tooth cleaning are essential preventive dental procedures that play a crucial role in maintaining oral hygiene and preventing gum disease. At Ace Orthodontics, professional scaling is performed to remove plaque, tartar, and bacterial deposits that cannot be eliminated through regular brushing and flossing.
Plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that constantly forms on teeth. When not removed, it hardens into tartar, which accumulates along the gum line and leads to inflammation, bleeding gums, bad breath, and eventually gum disease. Scaling involves the use of ultrasonic instruments and hand tools to clean these deposits from the tooth surface and below the gum line.
At Ace Orthodontics, scaling and cleaning are performed with advanced ultrasonic scalers that use gentle vibrations and water spray to effectively remove deposits while ensuring patient comfort. The procedure is safe, painless, and suitable for patients of all age groups. In cases of gum disease, deep cleaning or root planing may be recommended to clean infected areas more thoroughly.
Regular scaling helps prevent cavities, gingivitis, and periodontitis while improving gum health and freshening breath. It also helps maintain the brightness of teeth by removing surface stains caused by food, beverages, and smoking. Ace Orthodontics recommends professional cleaning at regular intervals to ensure long-term oral health and prevent the need for complex dental treatments in the future.