ABOUT TEETH CLEANING
Teeth cleaning removes plaque and other substances which can cause tooth decay and gum disease. A professional clean can be a lot more effective than cleaning at home, and dentists may offer a range of options including Air-Flow teeth cleaning which uses high pressure air to remove tough stains.
Most dentists recommend getting a professional clean at least 1 to 2 times per year. Teeth cleaning can also help dentists to identify problems such as tooth decay. The dentist may also use this time to show patients how to adequately brush and floss their teeth.
Recommended for
- Everyone should get a professional teeth clean at least once a year
TIME REQUIREMENTS
- Average length of stay abroad: 1 – 2 days.
- Number of trips abroad needed: 1.
COMPARE TEETH CLEANING PRICES AROUND THE WORLD
| Country | Cost |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78€ |
| Turkey | 53€ |
| Costa Rica | 45€ |
| Spain | 40€ |
| Mexico | 31€ |
| Poland | 23€ |
| Thailand | 18€ |
HOW TO FIND QUALITY TREATMENT ABROAD
BEFORE TEETH CLEANING ABROAD
Before cleaning begins, a dental hygienist will normally conduct a lymph node examination around the face and jaw to check for swelling and infection.
HOW IS IT PERFORMED
The dental hygienist will begin the procedure using a device to remove the tartar deposits on the teeth, before using a hand scaling device to go between the teeth and into the recesses. The next stage is the polish, with a polishing paste, to remove tooth stains. Finally, the hygienist will floss the teeth to ensure that there are no small parts in between them. For more rigorous cleaning, which may be necessary for patients with gum disease, or for patients who have not undergone thorough dental cleaning for some time, it may be necessary to clean the top parts of the teeth’s roots. For this, a local anesthetic is administered.
Materials
Some hygienists will use fluoridation as well as normal polishing paste.
Anesthesia
Local anesthetic for very extensive cleaning.
Procedure duration
The Teeth Cleaning takes 30 to 60 minutes.
Possible discomfort
Most patients do not experience discomfort, although for those with sensitive teeth, a small degree of discomfort is possible.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
The American Dental Association recommends that patients get their teeth cleaned by a dental professional at least once per year. Patients who have had periodontal disease in the past or have a chronic condition such as diabetes should get their teeth cleaned more than once per year, as these conditions place them at greater risk for gum disease.
Teeth cleanings are necessary as plaque can build up under the gum line, where tooth brushes and other more conventional cleaning methods cannot reach. Also, tartar that has a chance to harden cannot be removed by tooth brushes and must be removed by a professional. Finally, teeth cleanings are an opportunity for the dental hygienist to detect problems in the teeth and gums before they cause significant damage.
