Keeping your smile healthy goes beyond brushing and flossing at home. Even with the best oral hygiene routine, plaque and tartar can build up in hard-to-reach areas. At StormDental in Dreghorn, our professional scale and polish treatment is designed to thoroughly clean your teeth, protect your gums, and leave your smile feeling fresh and looking brighter.
What Is a Scale & Polish?
A scale and polish is a routine dental hygiene treatment carried out by a dentist or hygienist. It involves two key steps:
- Scaling – the careful removal of plaque and hardened tartar (calculus) from the surfaces of your teeth and along the gumline
- Polishing – smoothing the tooth surfaces to remove surface stains and make it harder for plaque to build up again
This treatment not only improves the appearance of your teeth but also plays a vital role in preventing gum disease and maintaining long-term oral health.
Why Is Scale & Polish Important?
Plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that constantly forms on your teeth. If it is not removed effectively, it can harden into tartar, which cannot be cleaned away with brushing alone. Over time, this can lead to:
- Gum inflammation (gingivitis)
- Bleeding gums
- Bad breath (halitosis)
- More serious gum disease (periodontitis)
- Tooth decay
Regular scale and polish appointments at StormDental help to prevent these issues before they progress, saving you discomfort and more complex treatments in the future.
What Happens During the Treatment?
Your scale and polish appointment at our Dreghorn clinic is straightforward, comfortable, and tailored to your needs.
1. Initial Assessment
We begin by examining your teeth and gums to check for signs of plaque build-up, gum disease, or other concerns.
2. Scaling
Using specialised instruments, we gently remove plaque and tartar from the teeth, including areas below the gumline where bacteria can accumulate.
3. Polishing
A professional polishing paste is then applied to smooth the surfaces of your teeth and remove stains caused by foods, drinks, and lifestyle habits such as smoking.
4. Personalised Advice
We’ll provide tailored guidance on brushing, flossing, and maintaining your oral health between visits.
