Oral Hygiene
How important is good oral hygiene?
Good oral health is important for overall well-being. Oral hygiene is a set of preventive practices that should be instilled from the first year of life.
This includes a daily routine and regular visits to the dentist, which are essential for preventing diseases and infections. It should be noted that proper oral hygiene prevents plaque.
It is advisable to go to the dentist at least every every 6 months to preserve your oral health.
How important is good oral hygiene?
Good oral health is important for overall well-being. Oral hygiene is a set of preventive practices that should be instilled from the first year of life.
This includes a daily routine and regular visits to the dentist, which are essential for preventing diseases and infections. It should be noted that proper oral hygiene prevents plaque.
It is advisable to go to the dentist at least every every 6 months to preserve your oral health.
Why should I book an oral hygiene appointment?
Oral hygiene appointments are important for checking the health of the teeth and gums and, in a way, monitoring and preventing the appearance of diseases in the oral cavity.
No matter how careful you are with daily hygiene, there are always bacteria that accumulate on the teeth and can create tartar, which can be removed by a dentist through scaling. The ideal is to make regular appointments, every 6 months.
What do oral hygiene appointments consist of?
Consultations are carried out by a hygienist, who cleans and maintains the teeth by removing tartar and plaque, using specific materials and products. tartar and plaque, using specific materials and products to promote good oral health.
Theoral hygiene consultation includes screening for oral pathologies. the hygienist tries to eliminate all the bacteria in the mouth to improve the health and appearance of the patient’s teeth and gums. It’s a procedure that aims to prevent cavities and periodontal disease, as well as maintaining a good smile.
Why should I book an oral hygiene appointment?
Oral hygiene appointments are important for checking the health of the teeth and gums and, in a way, monitoring and preventing the appearance of diseases in the oral cavity.
No matter how careful you are with daily hygiene, there are always bacteria that accumulate on the teeth and can create tartar, which can be removed by a dentist through scaling. The ideal is to make regular appointments, every 6 months.
What do oral hygiene appointments consist of?
The appointments are carried out by a hygienist, who cleans and maintains the teeth by removing tartar and plaque, using specific materials and products. tartar and plaque, using specific materials and products to promote good oral health.
Theoral hygiene consultation includes screening for oral pathologies. the hygienist tries to eliminate all the bacteria in the mouth to improve the health and appearance of the patient’s teeth and gums. It’s a procedure that aims to prevent cavities and periodontal disease, as well as maintaining a good smile.
How are teeth cleaned?
At each appointment a diagnostic assessment to determine whether there is tartar on the teeth or other oral pathologies. Once this is done, the professional will begin the scaling procedure, which consists of removing tartar and surface stains from the teeth and cleaning the gum margins.
In this phase , the professional uses a tool that produces vibrations and projects jets of bicarbonate through ultrasound that defragments the biofilm.
The second step is dental polishing, which in addition to polishing the enamel, helps to remove stains and pigmentation from the teeth.
Finally, oral oral hygiene is complemented with the topical application of fluoride and a prophylaxis paste, which is a preventive procedure that aims to strengthen the teeth and eliminate plaque, leaving the smile looking whiter and brighter.
How are teeth cleaned?
At each appointment a diagnostic assessment to determine whether there is tartar on the teeth or other oral pathologies. Once this is done, the professional will begin the scaling procedure, which consists of removing tartar and surface stains from the teeth and cleaning the gum margins.
In this phase , the professional uses the help of a tool that produces vibrations and projects jets of bicarbonate through an ultrasound that defragments the biofilm.
The second step is dental polishing, which as well as polishing the enamel, helps to remove stains and pigmentation from the teeth.
Finally, oral oral hygiene is complemented with the topical application of fluoride and a prophylaxis a prophylaxis paste, which is a preventive procedure that aims to strengthen the teeth and eliminate plaque, leaving the smile seemingly whiter and brighter.
What is tartar?
Tartar is formed by the accumulation of bacteria and debris on the surface of the tooth and at the gum line. This biofilm can be removed through oral hygiene performed by a dentist or oral hygienist. This process is called scaling.
Alterations to the arch and the use of orthodontic braces are factors that can make it difficult to keep your teeth clean and lead to the accumulation of bacteria and, consequently, tartar. This is why oral hygiene at home is not enough.
What is tartar?
Tartar is formed by the accumulation of bacteria and debris on the surface of the tooth and at the gum line. This biofilm can be removed through oral hygiene performed by a dentist or oral hygienist. This process is called scaling.
Alterations to the arch and the use of orthodontic braces are factors that can make it difficult to keep your teeth clean and lead to the accumulation of bacteria and, consequently, tartar. This is why oral hygiene at home is not enough.
What is tartar?
Tartar is formed by the accumulation of bacteria and debris on the surface of the tooth and at the gum line. This biofilm can be removed through oral hygiene performed by a dentist or oral hygienist. This process is called scaling.
Alterations to the arch and the use of orthodontic braces are factors that can make it difficult to keep your teeth clean and lead to the accumulation of bacteria and, consequently, tartar. This is why oral hygiene at home is not enough.
What care should be taken in the oral hygiene routine at home after scaling?
A good oral hygiene routine at home is important and should never be neglected, even after professional cleaning.
Recommendations for improving oral hygiene at home:
- Brush your teeth and tongue at least twice a day, although ideally after every meal;
- The gingival sulcus is the area that accumulates the most plaque, so it’s important to brush your teeth all over your face;
- Flossing and mouthwash are an asset to oral hygiene;
- Regular visits to the dentist are essential to prevent diseases or the worsening of pathologies
What care should be taken in the oral hygiene routine at home after scaling?
A good oral hygiene routine at home is important and should never be neglected, even after professional cleaning.
Recommendations for improving oral hygiene at home:
- Brush your teeth and tongue at least twice a day, although ideally after every meal;
- The gingival sulcus is the area that accumulates the most plaque, so it’s important to brush your teeth all over your face;
- Flossing and mouthwash are an asset to oral hygiene;
- Regular visits to the dentist are essential to prevent diseases or the worsening of pathologies
The importance of scaling
If tartar and plaque are not removed, they can cause more serious problems such as cavities, tooth sensitivity, halitosis, periodontal diseases, halitosis, among others.
In addition, the consultation guides patients to improve their oral hygiene habits and check for lesions or diseases in the oral cavity.
Can braces be removed?
Prophylaxis is indicated for orthodontic patients, since braces have a higher retention of bacteria compared to those who don’t wear any kind of aligner.
Therefore, oral hygiene care must be reinforced so that the biofilm does not spread to any serious pathology.
The importance of scaling
If tartar and plaque are not removed, they can cause more serious problems such as cavities, tooth sensitivity, halitosis, periodontal diseases, halitosis, among others.
In addition, the consultation guides patients to improve their oral hygiene habits and check for lesions or diseases in the oral cavity.
Can braces be removed?
Prophylaxis is indicated for orthodontic patients, since braces have a higher retention of bacteria compared to those who don’t wear any kind of aligner.
Therefore, oral hygiene care must be reinforced so that the biofilm does not spread to any serious pathology.
Frequently Asked Questions
We answer common questions that patients may have about the procedure.
These answers are intended to provide patients with accurate and reliable information about the procedure.
During oral hygiene appointments, teeth are scraped clean. This is a professional cleaning that removes plaque and tartar from the teeth.
A complete scaling takes an average of 30 minutes. However, the duration of treatment can vary depending on the amount of tartar the person has, and any tooth and/or gum sensitivities.
As a rule, scaling does not involve pain, butit can cause the patient some discomfort, especially if they have sensitive teeth and/or gums or suffer from periodontal problems.
It is recommended that oral hygiene appointments be made every 6 months to maintain and monitor oral health and prevent the development of oral pathologies.
Clinical Director & Dentist
Dr. Miguel Almeida
“Our team of carefully selected professionals is focused on the well-being and health of all our patients.
Passion and concern for each patient is our main motivation!”
Clinical Director & Dentist
Dr. Miguel Almeida
“Our team of carefully selected professionals is focused on the well-being and health of all our patients.
Passion and concern for each patient is our main motivation!”
Clinical Director & Dentist
Dr. Miguel Almeida
“Our team of carefully selected professionals is focused on the well-being and health of all our patients.
Passion and concern for each patient is our main motivation!”
