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What is professional oral hygiene?

Professional oral hygiene is a procedure in which a dental hygienist removes soft and hard dental plaque using specialized instruments in their office. Plaque is a common cause of gum inflammation, unnoticed tooth decay, periodontitis (also known as periodontal disease), and early tooth loss. Therefore, it is crucial to have it removed in a timely manner.

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Dental and gum diseases caused by poor oral hygiene

The primary cause of dental and gum diseases is inadequate personal oral hygiene. Diseases resulting from poor oral hygiene can be prevented by regularly visiting a dentist for check-ups and a dental hygienist for professional cleaning. The hygienist not only performs the cleaning but also selects appropriate home care products for dental maintenance. Other factors contributing to disease development include improper chewing, frequent consumption of soft foods, and a lack of salt in the diet.

When is professional oral hygiene recommended?

Professional oral hygiene is recommended twice a year. Patients with implants or fixed non-removable prostheses should visit for professional cleaning every 6 months. Patients wearing braces should have professional cleaning every 4 months or as recommended by the dental hygienist.

Professional oral hygiene is always performed before aesthetic fillings, permanent prosthetic work, and surgical interventions.

“Air-Flow” Method for Oral Hygiene

The “Air-Flow” method uses a strong stream of air, water, and medical-grade calcium carbonate powder to quickly and painlessly remove accumulated dental plaque. This method does not damage the hard tooth tissues or gums as the tooth surface is treated from a distance.

Dental Calculus Removal

Removal of mineralized plaque using ultrasonic scalers and manual instruments. All tooth and filling surfaces are polished with paste. Soft and pigmented plaque is removed using air abrasion with calcium carbonate powder (commonly known as baking soda).

Frequently Asked Questions

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How often should professional oral hygiene be performed?

We recommend performing professional oral hygiene every 12 months, or every 6 months if you have implants. In exceptional cases, the hygienist may schedule more frequent visits.
02
Is the professional oral hygiene procedure painful?

Typically, the professional oral hygiene procedure is painless. However, for patients with sensitive teeth or gums, tooth sensitivity and slight pain may occur after this procedure. In such cases, a numbing procedure may be applied during the treatment.
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Is the professional oral hygiene procedure applied to pregnant women?

Yes, this procedure is completely safe and performed for pregnant women.