Laser teeth cleaning is a painless, effective and safe way to remove tartar and yellow discoloration. This procedure is very popular. This can easily be explained by its availability. In addition, modern laser technologies are used to clean tooth enamel. In this case, the procedure does not cause a feeling of discomfort, because the effect does not affect the surrounding tissues. Thanks to this, the risk of caries or inflammation is minimized.
Who should undergo this procedure?
Laser teeth cleaning is a procedure that will be useful for almost all people. After all, it allows you to return the enamel to its natural whiteness and completely remove the stone without harming the soft tissues. Experts recommend laser cleaning several times throughout the year. Indications for the procedure are as follows:
- Smoking.
- The appearance of dense plaque and tartar.
- An unpleasant odor that does not disappear even after thorough rinsing and regular brushing of teeth.
- Inflammatory process, as well as bleeding gums.
- Planned tooth enamel whitening.
- Gingivitis, periodontal disease.
- In cases where restoration of teeth whiteness is required.
Before carrying out such a procedure, you should clarify all its features, advantages, disadvantages, as well as the risk of complications.
Principle of laser cleaning
Ultrasonic laser teeth cleaning is a simple and painless procedure. The principle of stone removal in this case is based on the properties of the beam, which manifest themselves when exposed to water. Plaque that accumulates on teeth acts like a sponge and absorbs moisture. It is worth noting that there is less water in the enamel than in the stone itself. It is thanks to this that the laser acts specifically on dental plaque, gradually destroying it and without affecting hard tissues. This is the main advantage of the procedure.
Laser teeth cleaning is most often performed before scheduled treatment at the dentist. This allows the doctor to promptly detect the development of caries in the early stages, as well as more accurately select the color of the filling if it is necessary to install it.
Traditional methods of combating tartar
Traditional methods of treatment are still quite common today. But it should be remembered that removing tartar at home is quite labor-intensive and time-consuming . The most popular remedies among the people are salt, hydrogen peroxide, lemon and soda, decoctions of horsetail, walnuts or sunflowers. There are also recipes using honey, beans, radish and birch sap.
Please note that folk remedies are perfect for those who do not have time to visit a specialist. Quite cheap methods. But they are ineffective in combating hardened plaque. And if used uncontrolled, they can even provoke an allergic reaction.
Are there any contraindications?
Is laser teeth cleaning allowed for everyone? Contraindications, of course, exist. They should be clarified before the procedure. The list of contraindications includes:
- The patient's age is less than 18 years.
- Lactation period, as well as pregnancy.
- Periodontitis.
- Braces installed in the oral cavity.
- A large number of extended and filled teeth.
- Spinal structures, as well as any endoprostheses installed in the body.
- Endocarditis, serious heart disease, and arrhythmia.
- Bronchial asthma and bronchitis, which is chronic.
- Infectious and viral diseases, including herpes and acute respiratory infections.
- Increased sensitivity of teeth.
- HIV, tuberculosis, and hepatitis of any kind.
As you can see, the procedure has many contraindications. If you have any of them, you should refuse laser teeth cleaning, as this can lead to undesirable consequences.
If you have periodontitis, it is recommended that the procedure be performed by a periodontist. This will ensure that the subgingival stone is completely removed. In addition, the dentist will prescribe anti-inflammatory therapy.
Proper preventative oral care
Proper oral care helps not only to maintain healthy and white teeth, but also to prevent many troubles, including the formation of tartar. The basic rules are easy to remember:
- Be sure to rinse your mouth every time after eating.
- Use chewing gum only for its intended purpose.
- Brush your teeth regularly for at least 3-5 minutes twice a day.
- Also clean your cheeks, tongue and gums thoroughly.
- Use mouth rinses or herbal infusions.
- Use dental floss, they are great for removing food debris between your teeth.
- Visit your dentist twice a year.
- Choose your toothbrush and the right toothpaste carefully.
Benefits of the procedure
Laser teeth cleaning has many advantages, among which it is worth highlighting:
- Efficiency. The result appears immediately after the first procedure. Moreover, such cleaning has a prolonged effect.
- Safety. During cleaning, the laser only affects tartar. This does not affect the gums and enamel. After all, laser teeth cleaning is carried out without direct contact.
- Bleaching. As reviews show, many patients noted that after brushing their teeth with a laser, the enamel acquires a shade that is several shades lighter than it was before.
- Strengthening teeth and gums. Laser cleaning allows you to destroy all pathogens in the oral cavity, as well as eliminate inflammation. Thanks to this, the enamel becomes stronger and the gums become healthier.
- Silence of the procedure. Many people are afraid to visit the dentist precisely because of the unpleasant sounds made by the drill. However, laser cleaning is carried out in silence and in a comfortable environment.
Questions for the dentist – tartar
How to prevent tartar? Give practical advice for dental hygiene.
Roman, 34 years old
Good afternoon I noticed a hard gray coating on the lower surface of the teeth. Trying to get rid of it with a toothbrush and dental sticks, I did not achieve any results. I decided to go to the dentist, it was just on vacation. He got rid of tartar without the slightest difficulty and said that they could appear again if we do not prevent this disease. How to prevent tartar? Give me some good tips for dental hygiene.
Answer:
Hello Roman! Tartar prevention means following hygiene recommendations. Don’t forget and don’t be lazy to brush your teeth after every meal – this is the basics. When brushing your teeth, use the correct movements with the brush. While you're away from home, you can use chewing gum and dental floss to help prevent food debris from accumulating and hardening.
What does tartar lead to if you don’t get rid of it?
Alexander, 25 years old
Good afternoon After discovering a stone on my teeth, I did not take any measures to remove it. I don't know why. I soon noticed that even after brushing my teeth in the morning and before bed, the unpleasant odor did not go away. Is it possible that the unpleasant odor is due to tartar? What does tartar lead to if you don’t get rid of it?
Answer:
Good afternoon, Alexander! Bad breath is one of the signs of the presence of tartar. In your case, the unpleasant odor is caused by tartar. In addition, tartar entails: diseases of the oral mucosa, periodontitis, gingivitis, caries, worsening of other concomitant diseases and complete tooth loss.
For what reasons does tartar occur?
Oksana, 26 years old
Hello! For what reasons does tartar appear if I brush my teeth quite thoroughly and often?
Answer:
Hello, Oksana! Even if you brush your teeth quite thoroughly and often, sometimes this is not enough, because there are many places in the oral cavity that are difficult for a toothbrush to reach. In such situations, professional cleaning by a doctor is necessary.
Tartar is not visible, how can this be?
Vladlena, 19 years old
Hello! I have never visited a dentist in my life, but recently I decided to also undergo a full examination of my body in the company of a friend, including a dentist. He told me that I have tartar and need to start treatment. But I didn’t see these stones, how can this be?
Answer:
Good afternoon, Vladlena! Tartar can form on the gums, which may be noticeable, and they can also form under the gum. If tartar has appeared under the gum, then it can only be seen with the naked eye, that is, thanks to dental instruments. You noted that you had not noticed these stones before, which means they are subgingival.
What are the reasons for the development of tartar?
Leila, 21 years old
Good afternoon Please tell me what are the reasons for the development of tartar? I am diligent about my dental hygiene, but apparently this is not enough.
Answer:
Hello Leila! Indeed, there are cases when impeccable dental care is not enough to prevent the appearance of tartar. In addition to the lack of proper oral hygiene, the reasons for the development of tartar can be: personal characteristics of the body, chewing food on one side of the jaw. And also not eating solid foods and metabolic disorders.
What methods are used to remove tartar today?
Avetik, 29 years old
Hello! I'm worried about a problem called tartar. The last time I sat in a dentist’s chair, I don’t remember when, was probably in my childhood. Please tell me what methods are used to remove tartar today?
Answer:
Good afternoon, Avetik! Medical methods for removing tartar: physical, mechanical, chemical, and laser removal. Currently, it has become popular to remove dental plaque using a physical method, that is, using an ultrasonic device.
What are the stages of the tartar removal process?
Diana, 27 years old
Good afternoon Before going to the dentist, I decided to find out all the nuances of the procedure that I had to undergo. I would like to clarify what stages the process of removing tartar consists of?
Answer:
Hello Diana! The process of removing hard accumulated plaque takes place in several stages, namely: examination of the patient’s entire oral cavity, removal of dental plaque (no matter which method), grinding, and polishing the surface of the teeth. In some cases, after the procedure, doctors advise using a protective paste that prevents excessive stone formation.
How is tartar removed by ultrasound?
Damir, 32 years old
Good afternoon To be honest, due to poor dental hygiene, I developed very noticeable stones. They are visible to such an extent that I am already ashamed. And so I decided to remove them using ultrasound. Tell me how this happens?
Answer:
Hello, Damir! The procedure for removing tartar with ultrasound is as follows: a special device is adjusted individually for each patient and acts on dental plaque, destroying it. Next, the teeth are polished and polished, and this is where the procedure ends.
Main stages
How is laser teeth cleaning performed? Patient reviews indicate that the procedure includes several main steps:
- Determination of enamel color. The dentist must determine the shade of the teeth before cleaning. A special scale is used for this.
- Before starting the procedure, the doctor must perform mechanical cleaning.
- Removing soft plaque and tartar. This procedure is carried out using a special apparatus. First, tartar and plaque are destroyed and washed off the teeth, and then removed from the mouth using an air-water jet.
- After the above-described manipulations, the surface of the teeth is processed with a laser and then polished.
- A mandatory stage of laser cleaning is polishing the surfaces of each tooth. To perform the procedure, special nozzles are used.
- At the end of laser cleaning, the dentist must apply a special composition that contains fluoride to the surface of the patient’s teeth.
What is it for?
In our country, such a cosmetic procedure as teeth whitening in dentistry has long been recognized. Reviews from many patients indicate that this is a real opportunity to make a smile flawless, getting rid of any kind of darkening and emphasizing its snow-white color. Many people believe that laser whitening is a privilege for a narrow circle of people of a certain status, but this is not so. Our dental clinic offers such competitive prices for laser teeth whitening in St. Petersburg that now absolutely everyone can afford:
- adjust the shade of enamel under any circumstances;
- forget forever about the unaesthetic yellowness of your teeth;
- hide any darkening;
- get rid of old complexes.
Lasers are also used for professional teeth cleaning. The price of this procedure is affordable for any patient, so do not delay your visit to the dentist and take care of the beauty and health of your teeth now.
Cost of the procedure
That's the whole procedure. The approximate cost of laser teeth cleaning in St. Petersburg and Moscow is no more than 100 rubles for removing hard tumors from only one tooth. The price of the procedure depends on many factors. For soft stone and plaque you will have to pay around 70 rubles per tooth. This price includes cleaning and polishing. Fluoridation will have to be paid separately.
In some clinics there is. In this case, the cost of the procedure will be 2500-4300 rubles
What is the result
Many patients in dental clinics are interested in the results after laser cleaning. Those who have already tried the procedure claim that their teeth become much lighter. The result is noticeable immediately after cleaning. In addition, the mouth feels pleasantly fresh. The unpleasant odor, which most often occurs due to dental plaque, also disappears. If you properly care for your teeth after the procedure, the results can last for 5-10 years.
