Professional dental cleaning
Even with good brushing and flossing, plaque builds up in hard-to-reach areas and hardens into tartar. Professional cleaning removes it and keeps your teeth and gums healthy. Nitrous oxide or local anaesthesia can be added if needed.
When should you see a hygienist?
Even without pain, regular cleaning helps catch gum inflammation early.
Bleeding gums when brushing
Persistent bad breath
Tartar or stains from coffee, tea or smoking
A long time since your last cleaning
Four stages, a thorough clean
The first appointment takes about 45 minutes and maintenance visits about 30 minutes. The frequency is tailored to the health of your gums.
Gum assessment
Tartar and plaque removal
Polishing
Home care advice
A calmer visit, with nitrous oxide if you need it
If dental cleaning makes you anxious or your teeth are sensitive, nitrous oxide can be inhaled through a small mask to help you relax. You stay awake and responsive, and the effect wears off quickly once inhalation stops.
For increased sensitivity, the cleaning can be done under local anaesthesia, with a numbing gel applied before the injection. You can also agree on a hand signal to pause at any time and bring headphones with music.
Let us know when booking if you would prefer treatment with nitrous oxide or local anaesthesia.
Every stage is explained before we begin, so you feel comfortable throughout.
Eden Keller, dental hygienist · Dental Studio TLV
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Does dental cleaning hurt?
Most patients feel only mild discomfort. For sensitivity or anxiety, local anaesthesia or nitrous oxide can be used when appropriate.
How long does an appointment take?
The first appointment lasts about 45 minutes. Maintenance appointments usually take around 30 minutes.
How often should I come?
For many patients, a cleaning every six months is appropriate. With gum inflammation, heavy tartar buildup, orthodontic appliances or other risk factors, we may recommend a visit every three months.
Do I need a cleaning if nothing hurts?
Yes. Tartar and gum inflammation can develop without pain. Early gingivitis is usually reversible, but if left untreated it may progress to periodontitis, which affects the tissues and bone supporting the teeth.
Can a cleaning remove stains?
Professional cleaning and polishing remove some surface stains from coffee, tea and smoking, but they do not replace teeth whitening.
Can I have a cleaning with laughing gas?
Yes. A hygiene appointment with nitrous oxide can be arranged in advance, subject to medical suitability.
