Professional teeth cleaning is a hygiene procedure performed by a dental hygienist in the clinic. Its purpose is to remove hard deposits (dental calculus/tartar) and soft deposits (plaque, stains).
Using modern equipment, the hygienist cleans the tooth surfaces and interdental spaces, including areas a regular toothbrush cannot reach. This is one of the most reliable ways to prevent tooth decay, gingivitis, and periodontitis, because the procedure removes the environment in which bacteria multiply.
When should you have your teeth cleaned?
Professional cleaning is recommended 1–2 times a year. However, there are situations when you should not postpone it—in such cases, the procedure is advised more often, every 3–4 months.
Rapid formation of tartar and plaque
Gum disease (gingivitis, periodontitis)
Braces or other orthodontic appliances
Presence of implants, crowns, or bridges
Before dental procedures
Bad breath or enamel discoloration
How does professional teeth cleaning work?
Every professional cleaning starts with an examination by a dentist, who assesses the condition of the teeth and gums. Only after that does the hygienist begin. During the procedure, the hygienist performs all cleaning steps in sequence, and once finished, the dentist re-examines the mouth to confirm the result.
At the end, the hygienist provides personalized home-care advice. The patient also receives a new toothbrush, because the old one (used before the procedure) already harbors bacteria and should be replaced. The entire procedure takes about 30–60 minutes.
Step 1. Ultrasonic scaling (calculus removal)
An ultrasonic scaler with high-frequency vibrations effectively breaks and removes tartar, including below the gumline. Continuous water cooling keeps the procedure safe for enamel and comfortable for the patient. This is one of the key methods for preventing gingivitis and periodontitis.
Step 2. Air-Flow
A stream of water, air, and micro-powder (glycine or erythritol) gently removes soft plaque and staining from coffee, tea, or smoking. At the same time, the tooth surface is polished and becomes smoother, which reduces bacterial adhesion. The method is safe for patients with veneers or implants.
Step 3. Polishing with pastes
After the main cleaning, the enamel is treated with special polishing pastes and brushes. This removes micro-roughness, gives the teeth a shine, and slows the reaccumulation of plaque. As a result, the enamel stays smooth longer and is less prone to restaining.
Step 4. Remineralization
Application of calcium- and fluoride-containing gels or varnishes. They strengthen enamel, reduce sensitivity, and increase resistance to tooth decay. Prior cleaning ensures better mineral penetration, so the effect of remineralization is maximal. Especially useful for patients with increased tooth sensitivity.
Our advantages
EMS AIRFLOW Prophylaxis Master
The device operates under the Guided Biofilm Therapy protocol (guided biofilm removal). It enables safe, effective removal of plaque, staining, and calculus from teeth, crowns, and implants.
“No Pain” Piezon technology
This ultrasonic scaler automatically adjusts vibration power according to calculus density. As a result, the procedure is safe for enamel and comfortable even for sensitive patients.
Special Perioflow and PI tips
Narrow tips clean subgingival areas and around restorations. PI tips gently remove deposits from implants without damaging their titanium surface.
Cleaning with a stream of air, water, and micro-powder (glycine or erythritol). The method removes soft plaque in hard-to-reach areas and eliminates yellow staining from tobacco or coffee. The price is indicated per dental arch.
Pediatric professional hygiene
2000 UAH
Cleaning with a stream of air, water, and micro-powder (glycine or erythritol). The method removes soft plaque in hard-to-reach areas and eliminates yellow plaque. The price is indicated for both dental arches.
Adult professional hygiene
from 2900 UAH
Includes: examination and consultation by a dentist, removal of hard dental deposits using ultrasonic scaling, removal of soft deposits with a special paste, treatment of the teeth with a remineralizing or anti-inflammatory gel.
Clinic locations in Kyiv
The most convenient access to our dental clinics is from the following areas of Kyiv:
Kyiv, 20 Pidvysotskoho St. — Pecherskyi District, Zvirynetska metro station.
Kyiv, 60/1 Yalynkova St. — Kharkivskyi residential area; Boryspilska, Chervonyi Khutir, Vyrlytsia, Kharkivska metro stations.
Before and After Teeth Cleaning
Features of professional teeth cleaning
With dental implants
Plaque accumulates especially quickly around implants, and any scratches on the titanium surface act as an adhesion site for bacteria. We use Air-Flow with glycine and Perio-Soft polymer tips that do not damage titanium and gently clean even hard-to-reach areas. This approach reduces the risk of new deposits and helps prevent peri-implantitis.
With braces
Brackets and archwires create areas where plaque and stains build up quickly. For these patients we use glycine or erythritol powders. They are fine and safe for enamel yet effectively remove plaque around orthodontic components. If hard deposits are present, we add ultrasonic scaling with gentle tips. Preventive cleanings are recommended every 3–4 months.
With crowns and veneers
Restorations are sensitive to scratching, so we select gentle powders and low ultrasonic settings. We use special polishing pastes and soft brushes that remove plaque and restore shine without harming ceramic or composite. As a result, the gumline stays clean and the restorations retain their aesthetics longer.
With bridges
Home care under the artificial teeth of a bridge is difficult, which raises the risk of gum inflammation. We use slim Air-Flow tips and special interproximal instruments that remove deposits even beneath the pontics and around the abutments. This helps keep gums healthy and extends the lifespan of the bridge.
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