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Tooth Scaling
Scaling may be defined as a procedure to remove calculus
(tartar), soft deposits (plaque) and stains from the teeth.
Calculus removal is part of each professional tooth cleaning.

Technology at BIDC
At
BIDC, our clinics uses the EMS Piezon®
technology making procedure for the removal of calculus (tartar)
more time-effective and delivering higher patient comfort.
Combined with the unique CombiTorque® by Piezon®,
our scaling instrument offers a top grade hygiene concept
like no other product.
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more information on Technology: Scaling
Tooth Polishing
Tooth
polishing removes plaque or stains remaining on the teeth
after thorough scaling. The purpose of polishing tooth surfaces
is to make these surfaces smooth which makes it more difficult
for plaque and debris to accumulate on your teeth to cause
decay or gum disease.
Dental polishing or prophy, is only done after completing
the clinical exam if there is no presence of gum disease.
Tooth polishing is not a procedure that cleans infected,
diseased gum tissue and root surfaces. This is only a superficial
cleaning and will not eliminate disease or get it under control.
However it is a preventive procedure and is a first-line defense
against catastrophic dental problems.
Tooth
cleaning should be done by your dentist or a licensed professional
in the dental office as the improper use of a prophy cup and
abrasive paste can have harmful effects on the teeth including:
loss of tooth structure, removal of fluoride-rich surface
enamel, thermal injury to the pulp, and trauma to soft tissues.
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