Professional cleaning

Teeth cleaning in Durrës: at Smile Office, a professional cleaning removes the tartar and hardened plaque that brushing and flossing cannot. It follows a check of your teeth and gums and is usually done in one visit.

Why professional cleaning is needed

Plaque that is not removed every day hardens into tartar. Tartar holds bacteria against the gums and causes inflammation, bleeding and bad breath. It can only be removed with instruments at the clinic.

What happens at the visit

1. A check of the teeth and gums.
2. Removing tartar above and just below the gum line.
3. Polishing to remove stains from coffee, tea and tobacco.
4. Advice on brushing, flossing and the date of your next visit.

How often to have it done

The most common interval is once or twice a year. People with sensitive gums or heavy tartar build-up need it more often. The dentist tells you your interval after the check-up.

What to know

• Teeth can feel slightly sensitive for a day or two after cleaning.
• Gums that bleed during cleaning show inflammation that needs follow-up.
• Cleaning comes before whitening and veneers, which both need healthy gums.

Frequently asked questions

Does a dental cleaning hurt?

You usually feel pressure and vibration, not pain. If your gums are very sensitive, the area can be numbed with a local anaesthetic.

Does cleaning whiten teeth?

Cleaning removes surface stains, but it does not change the natural colour of the tooth. That is what professional whitening is for.

See all treatments or call the clinic to book a cleaning.

This is general information, not a diagnosis. Whether this treatment suits you is decided after an examination, when the dentist explains the options, risks and costs.