Painless scaling — tartar removal
Professional, comfortable removal of tartar and plaque — the foundation of healthy-gum prevention.
Gentle ultrasound
Modern, gentle ultrasonic tips remove tartar above and below the gum line.
Comfort
Surface anaesthesia and a calm pace are available for sensitive patients.
Prevention
Regular scaling prevents caries and periodontal disease. Recommended every 6–12 months.
What is scaling?
Scaling is the removal of hard tartar with ultrasound — above and below the gum line. Tartar is mineralised bacterial plaque that promotes bleeding gums, caries and periodontal disease. Regular scaling is the foundation of prevention.
How it works
- Assessment of gum and tooth condition
- Ultrasonic tartar removal
- Optional: air polishing (stain removal)
- Polishing of tooth surfaces
- Fluoridation to strengthen the enamel
Frequently asked questions
- What is scaling?
- It is the removal of hard tartar with ultrasound — above and below the gum line. Tartar is mineralised bacterial plaque that promotes bleeding gums, caries and periodontal disease.
- Does scaling hurt?
- With us the procedure is comfortable — we use gentle tips and, for sensitive patients, surface anaesthesia.
- How often should scaling be done?
- We recommend scaling every 6–12 months as prevention, and more often if you are prone to tartar build-up.