Is tartar removal (also known as scaling) procedure painful? Does it damage tooth enamel? These are the most common questions of people who want to undergo a tartar removal procedure. It is because tartar not only affects facial aesthetics but also is the area of many types of harmful bacteria to the teeth. Let’s find out the answer in the article below!
Is tartar removal painful?
Whether tartar removal procedure is painful or not depends on the following reasons:
Oral health
If you are suffering from some oral diseases such as gingivitis, periodontitis, swollen gums… then undergoing tartar removal might cause you more pain than others with good oral health.
Severity of tartar
Tartar clinging to the tooth crown can be seen with the naked eye, the tartar removal procedure takes place quickly in about 15 to 30 minutes, without causing pain or gum bleeding.
For cases where tartar accumulates a lot, clings tightly under the gums causing swelling and inflammation, scaling may cause mild pain but this uncomfortable feeling will disappear quickly after a few days and will not affect the chewing function of the teeth.
Dentists’ qualifications
If the dentist is highly qualified and experienced, the tartar removal procedure will not affect the tongue, inner cheeks… you will not feel any pain or discomfort at all.
Tartar removal is a very simple dental technique that usually does not involve damaging the tooth enamel or the soft tissues, but requires the doctor to be gentle and meticulous in each step.
Tartar removal or scaling technique
If in the past, dentists used to use sandblasters or hand-held tartar kits to remove tartar, nowadays, ultrasonic scalers (ultrasonic machines) are preferred using.
This is a modern tartar removal technology that minimizes the pain as well as shortens the procedure time. Because the ultrasonic waves are applied to completely remove the plague, stains without damaging gums and teeth. Hence this method is absolutely safe for the body.
Ultrasonic Scaler
The ultrasonic scaler consists of 2 heads, one is as small as a toothpick, sharp, can move flexibly to the tightest corners and crannies of the teeth, the other end is a handle.
The ultrasound machine operates with a frequency of 28 – 30 kHz, with moderate vibration so that the stubborn plaques break down and fall off without damaging the surrounding tissues and gums.
Is it bad to take tartar removal too frequently?
Tartar removal (or scaling) is a method that is applied to clean and remove stubborn plaque from the surface of the teeth and under the gums, making the teeth healthier. However, it does not mean that taking tartar removal too frequently is good; on the other hand, it can cause damage to teeth.
Therefore, you should only have tartar removal every 3 to 6 months. On the other hand, depending on the severity of tartar accumulation less and oral health, the dentist will assign the time to have a repeated tartar removal. Specifically:
- People with good oral health, healthy enamel, little tartar accumulation should get tartar removal about once every 6 months.
- People with poor oral health, weak enamel, over-excessive plaque, often smokes, drinks tea, coffee … should get tartar removal once every 3-4 months.
Where should we have quality tartar removal?
In general, whether a tartar removal procedure is painful or not will depend a lot on the applied technique of the dentist. Therefore, to minimize the pain, you should only choose reputable clinics and dental centers with experienced doctors, equipment, and modern technology.
Gangwhoo is a Korean Cosmetic Hospital specializing in providing high-quality dental services and plastic surgery services at the most affordable prices. Customers shall have the most satisfying experience when using cosmetic service at Gangwhoo:
- Professional and experienced doctors who used to work and study in Korea.
- Comfortable and modern dental clinics.
- Thorough examination and consultation.
- State-of-the-art machinery systems and equipment. The tools are frequently disinfected.
- Most affordable price, convenient payment methods.
Direct contact to Gangwhoo Cosmetic Hospital for further consultation
- Address: 576 – 578 Cong Hoa Street, Ward 13, Tan Binh District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
- Hotline/Zalo: 0901 666 879
- Email: info@gangwhoo.com
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We hope you’ve had enough useful information about the tartar removal service. If you have any further questions or concerns, please leave a comment or contact Gangwhoo Cosmetic Hospital or our Hotline: 0901.666.879 for the most thoughtful advice and guidance!
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