The truth is that a toothbrush is a very necessary tool for daily oral hygiene, but the bristles of the toothbrush cannot completely clean the plaque between the teeth, which will gradually accumulate into tartar. But rest assured because modern specialized tools at the dentist can help you remove stubborn plaque that cannot be cleaned at home. Let’s find out how much it costs to have your teeth scaled in the article below with BIK International Dentistry.
1. WHAT IS DENTAL SCALING?
Dental calculus, also known as tartar, is formed from food debris that cannot be removed by a regular toothbrush. Initially, it is just a thin layer of plaque that gradually accumulates and combines with the growth of bacteria to form ivory-white plaque that sticks tightly between the tooth root and gum.
2. HOW MUCH DOES TEETH SCALING COST?
In general, the price of teeth scaling is quite cheap, suitable for all customers who need dental care. The average price of teeth scaling for both jaws ranges from 300,000 to 500,000 VND depending on the factors provided below.
3. FACTORS THAT DETERMINE HOW MUCH IT COSTS TO HAVE TEETH SCALED?
In addition to being affected by the following factors, the price of teeth scaling also depends on your oral health. If you do not have other diseases, there will be no additional treatment costs.
3.1. Tartar status
Each person will have a different amount of tartar on their teeth. Some tartar is deep under the gums, while others only cover the base of the tooth, so each case will have a reasonable price. In addition, if you have your teeth scaled for the first time with hard and thick tartar, the cost will be higher.
3.2. Choosing a dental clinic for dental scaling
With reputable dental clinics for dental scaling, convenient locations, modern equipment, and high qualifications, you will have to pay a higher price. In return, you can rest assured that your dental tartar will be removed by a highly skilled doctor and you will receive enthusiastic care and advice from the staff.
4. SHOULD I GET MY TEETH SCALED?
Regular teeth scaling will bring the following benefits:
4.1. Preventing oral diseases
70% of tartar is bacteria, so bacteria are the leading factor causing diseases such as receding gums, periodontitis, enamel damage and tooth decay.
4.2. Eliminate bad breath
Regular toothbrushes and toothpastes cannot remove tartar at all, at which point bacteria will accumulate and create an unpleasant odor. Removing tooth enamel will help you eliminate bad breath.
4.3. Make teeth cleaner and more aesthetically pleasing
Because tartar is darker than teeth, it will reduce aesthetics, and they will make you lose confidence when smiling for fear of revealing flaws in your teeth.
4.4. Protecting the jawbone and teeth
Plaque bacteria sometimes not only stick to the teeth, if the number is too much, they will penetrate deep inside and damage the enamel and gums. Even worse, it will lead to jawbone loss and loose teeth.
5. IS TOOTH SCALING PAINFUL?
The essence of tooth scaling is simply using the vibration of ultrasonic waves created from modern ultrasonic machines to make tartar fall out. It does not affect the enamel or soft tissues of the teeth at all, so you can rest assured that there will be absolutely no pain when removing tartar.
However, you may also feel a slight toothache during the tooth removal process if you have sensitive teeth. But don’t worry too much because this condition will disappear on its own after about 1-2 days.
6. HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU GO FOR TEETH SCALING?
For people with a normal diet, experts recommend that you should have your teeth scaled at the dentist once every 6 months. This will prevent tartar from accumulating into thick patches, making it more difficult to scrape.
For those who have the habit of drinking coffee or smoking regularly, they should have their teeth cleaned every 3-4 months to remove plaque on their teeth most effectively.
7. HOW TO LIMIT DENTAL CALCULUS FORMATION
Although dental plaque is not a serious disease, it contributes to creating opportunities for oral diseases to develop easily. So in addition to regular dental scaling, you also need to have solutions to limit dental plaque.
7.1. Diet
Limit carbonated drinks and foods containing colorants such as soft drinks, gummies, chocolate because they are difficult to clean and will leave plaque on the teeth.
You should build your own scientific diet, supplementing with lots of fiber to clean and strengthen your teeth.
7.2. Oral hygiene
Brush your teeth twice a day with a soft toothbrush of the right size and choose a good toothpaste. Besides, you can also use some solutions to help clean your teeth such as diluted salt water or mouthwash.
Use dental floss to remove leftover food between teeth instead of toothpicks to avoid damaging the tooth roots and gums.
Hopefully with the above information, BIK International Dental Clinic has helped you better understand tartar as well as the benefits of scaling. With a very affordable price for scaling, take a little of your time to get your tartar removed to prevent oral diseases in the most effective way.
