What is professional teeth cleaning?

In most cases, professional teeth cleaning is not painful. During the procedure, ultrasonic scalers and AIRFLOW® technology are used to remove tartar and bacterial plaque without damaging the enamel.

Discomfort may occur in cases of gum inflammation, exposed tooth necks, or increased tooth sensitivity. In such situations, the dental hygienist works in a gentle mode, and local anesthesia may be used if necessary. This approach aligns with current clinical guidelines in preventive dentistry.

The standard recommendation is once or twice a year. During this time, soft dental plaque partially mineralizes and turns into tartar, which cannot be removed with a regular toothbrush or irrigator.

For patients with braces, implants, gum disease, a tendency to rapid tartar formation, or for smokers, cleaning is recommended every 3–4 months. The exact frequency is always determined individually after an examination.

Professional teeth cleaning does not damage enamel when performed according to modern clinical protocols. Ultrasonic instruments and AIRFLOW® work selectively, removing tartar and bacterial biofilm without affecting healthy tooth tissues.

Regular professional oral hygiene reduces the risk of cavities, gingivitis, and periodontitis by eliminating the main cause of these conditions — bacterial plaque.

After professional cleaning, tooth sensitivity may temporarily increase because tartar is removed from the tooth surfaces and from beneath the gums, where it previously partially insulated sensitive areas.

This is a normal short-term reaction that usually resolves within a few days. That is why the final stage of the procedure is remineralization, which reduces sensitivity and strengthens enamel.

In most cases, yes. The main cause of bad breath is bacteria that accumulate in tartar and under the gums. Professional cleaning removes these deposits and reduces the bacterial load.

If bad breath persists after cleaning, it may indicate gum disease or other medical conditions that require additional diagnostics.

Yes, and it is necessary. When implants and restorations are present, it is especially important to regularly remove plaque to prevent gum inflammation and the development of peri-implantitis.

For such patients, special AIRFLOW powders (glycine or erythritol), gentle ultrasonic modes, and tips are used that do not damage titanium, ceramic, or composite materials.