Plaque that is not brushed away hardens within days into tartar (calculus), which is bonded to the tooth and cannot be removed by brushing at home. Tartar is porous and holds bacteria right against the gum, which is how gum disease starts.<\/p>\n
Ultrasonic scaling uses high-frequency vibration and a water spray to break the deposits off without scratching the enamel. Polishing afterwards smooths the surface so plaque takes longer to build up again, and removes surface stains from tea, coffee, paan and tobacco.<\/p>\n
Most adults benefit from a cleaning every six months. It is also the single cheapest dental appointment you will ever have, and the one that prevents the expensive ones.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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