Hygienic cleaning of teeth - types and features, the procedure of hygienic cleaning of teeth

The procedure for hygienic cleaning of teeth is necessary for every person, taking into account the peculiarities of nutrition (frequent use of chocolate, coffee, tea, etc.), bad habits (smoking), the presence of a concomitant pathology that worsens the teeth. Hygienic cleaning of teeth should be done daily at home - twice a day (in the morning and in the evening), and also in hospitals of the dental profile - professional cleaning, which is carried out after examination by the dentist of the oral cavity (teeth, gums, tongue) and assessment of its condition.

Professional oral hygiene is ancillary for the personal and is necessary for the purpose of: 

• removal of deposits from the tooth surfaces - pigmentation, plaque and tartar, 
• polishing dental coatings and gum massage, which prevents their inflammation, 
• eliminate undesirable repulsive odor from the oral cavity, 
• prevention of loosening of teeth and development of caries, 
• prevention of diseases in the oral cavity.

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Professional hygienic cleaning of teeth

Professional hygienic cleaning of teeth is carried out by a dentist. The essence of it is to eliminate the plaque and calculus from the tooth surface, which forms in places where it is difficult to clean yourself. Dental stone is a combination of bacteria, dead cells, food remnants, calcium salts, phosphorus and iron. Toothstone is a reliable protection for bacteria from the action of toothpastes and brushes, which creates favorable conditions for their reproduction. Externally, this is manifested by the formation of dark brown spots on the surface of the tooth enamel - this is a sign that it's time to go to the dentist.

Professional hygienic cleaning of teeth is carried out in several stages:

• 1st - hygienic cleaning of teeth by ultrasound,
• 2nd - hygienic cleaning of teeth with air flow followed by polishing with special brushes and pastes. Professional cleaning ends with applying a gel or varnish to the surface of the teeth. Professional dental cleaning can also be carried out by one of the above written technologies.

Professional hygienic cleaning of teeth, which is made in a highly qualified dental clinic, creates a favorable environment for the subsequent hygienic cleaning of the teeth at home was effective to the maximum.

Who needs professional hygiene cleaning of teeth?

1. For those who smoke or smoked earlier. 
2. Those who daily use coffee, tea and / or chocolate for a long time. 
3. The presence of concomitant diseases predisposing to the formation of plaque and tartar: 
   • diseases of the mouth - gingivitis, diseases of the salivary glands, etc. 
   • chronic pathology of the digestive apparatus - gastritis, cholecystitis, colitis, pancreatitis, etc. 
   • presence of foci of chronic infection - tonsillitis, pharyngitis, sinusitis, etc. 
4. Hereditary predisposition to periodontitis and / or periodontitis. 
5. The deterioration of the color of tooth enamel, associated with individual characteristics of a person - the composition of saliva, the characteristics of the enamel and the structure of the tooth, etc. 
6. When planning implantation of the tooth, in order to prevent infectious complications. 
7. In the case of pregnancy planning - as a therapeutic and prophylactic method.

Contraindication for professional hygienic cleaning of teeth are all inflammatory diseases in the oral cavity in the acute stage of the process.

Professional hygienic cleaning of teeth is recommended at least once every six to eight months, for smokers - once every four to six months, and for people with bracket systems - once every three to four months.

When carrying out professional hygienic cleaning of teeth it is necessary to know that the main part of people have a yellowish tinge and professional cleaning can not make them snow-white as in advertising.

Hygienic cleaning of teeth air flow

Hygienic cleaning of teeth air flow is based on softening and washing off from a tooth surface of a touch of various intensity. This technology is not chemical cleaning and lightening of teeth, but an additional hygienic procedure that is used for professional dental cleaning. Applying technology of hygienic cleaning of teeth air flow, the most inaccessible places are cleared. For this method, a powder dissolved in an aqueous solution that contains a high concentration of sodium bicarbonate (soda) is used. Powder, as a rule, has a fruity or insignificant taste of soda, which depends on the manufacturer. Components of the powder are environmentally friendly and safe substances. The technology of air flow is to deliver a finely dispersed mixture under pressure in the form of a trickle, which: 

• removes plaque from the coating of the teeth, dark brown color; 
• makes the teeth a few shades lighter.

Cleaning the enamel of teeth with the aid of the air flow device is: 

• fast, 
• painless, 
• without violating the architectonics of enamel teeth.

After hygienic cleaning of teeth, air flow is not recommended: 

• take food and smoke for an hour, 
• do not eat foods containing coloring substances - tea, coffee, beets, carrots, chocolate, etc. For 24 hours.

Hygienic cleaning of teeth air flow is highly effective in the care of teeth with braces. In the presence of braces, the plaque accumulates rapidly and is difficult to clean with an ordinary toothbrush. Plaque, accumulating around the braces, contributes to the development of caries, and cleaning the teeth with the air flow method prevents its formation. People who undergo a course of therapy with the help of bracket systems, hygienic cleaning of teeth air flow is shown once in three to four months.

For smokers and people who do not visit the dentist for a long time, they often have to use the most aggressive methods of cleaning and lightening their teeth than air flow.

The strength of the effect after hygienic cleaning of teeth air flow depends on various factors: 

• from quality of observance of personal hygiene of an oral cavity, 
• depending on lifestyle (eating habits, bad habits), 
• from concomitant diseases.

On the need for repeated cleaning of the teeth air flow, you can check with your dentist who should visit at least once every six months.

The main advantage of hygienic teeth cleaning is air flow - the most gentle effect on the enamel of the teeth.

Contraindications to hygienic cleaning of teeth air flow: 

• concomitant diseases of the respiratory system - the presence of bronchial asthma, severe chronic bronchitis, 
• inflammatory processes in the gums proceed acutely.

Hygienic cleaning of teeth by ultrasound

Hygienic cleaning of teeth by ultrasound is the most modern and safe among professional dental care. This technique consists in the removal of plaque and stone from the surface of the enamel of teeth with the help of a special device - an ultrasound scaler (scaler), which acts by ultrasonic vibration on the teeth. 

• The tooth stone is very hard in structure, so it is very difficult to remove mechanically. 
• Using the same chemical methods for removing tartar disrupts the structure of the tooth enamel (it damages it). 
• Using an ultrasonic scaler with precisely matched amplitude and oscillation frequency, it is possible without special effort to remove the calculus from the tooth enamel without damaging it.

Using an ultrasonic device for hygienic cleaning of teeth can: 

• eliminate plaque of varying intensity, 
• restore the natural color of teeth, 
• prevent inflammatory diseases in the oral cavity.

Contraindications to the cleaning of teeth by ultrasound: 

• presence of arrhythmias, including an artificial pacemaker, 
• decompensated states in chronic diseases (severe course), 
• children (especially during the period of changing dairy teeth to permanent), 
• gently in the case of increased susceptibility of the teeth.

Hygienic cleaning of teeth with ultrasound is absolutely safe, does not have a damaging effect on dental enamel and painless (but some, nevertheless, may need a little anesthesia).

Price for hygienic cleaning of teeth

The price of hygienic cleaning of teeth in various dental hospitals in Ukraine varies, depends on the level of the clinic, the degree of qualification of doctors and on average is: 

• hygienic cleaning of teeth by ultrasound - 200 - 350 UAH (both jaws), 
• hygienic cleaning of teeth air flow - 300 - 400 hryvnia (both jaws).

Reviews about hygienic cleaning of teeth

Reviews about hygienic cleaning of teeth are mostly positive. Many consider hygienic measures necessary, not very pleasant, but tolerant. According to the reviews, the advantages of professional dental care are: 

• quite well eliminates tartar and plaque, 
• after professional care teeth acquire a more white shade, 
• has a healing effect of the oral cavity, 
• extends the life of your teeth, 
• improves the appearance, 
• preventive measure of bleeding gums and caries.

Disadvantages of hygienic cleaning of teeth, judging by the reviews, are as follows: 

• the high cost of cleaning methods, 
• some after the session noted an increase in the sensitivity of teeth to the action of chemical and thermal stimuli, 
• a feeling of pain and discomfort during the cleaning procedure.

Hygienic cleaning of teeth has more advantages than disadvantages. And in modern times should be carried out by everyone who is not indifferent to their health. After all, dental health is the health of the whole organism, a radiant smile, fresh breath and pleasant communication.