# Dental Scaling & Cleaning in Keshav Puram, New Delhi

> Scaling removes the hardened tartar that brushing cannot, then polishing leaves teeth smooth and clean. It keeps gums healthy and does not weaken teeth or wear away enamel. Most people need it every six months.

- Visits: 1
- How often: Every 6 months
- Pain: Mild at most
- Consultation: From ₹100

## Who it is for

You may be due for a cleaning if you notice:

- Bleeding when you brush
- Bad breath that does not go away
- Yellow or brown deposits near the gum line
- Gums that look red or swollen
- It has been more than six months since your last cleaning

**More often if you**

- Have gum disease or diabetes
- Wear braces
- Smoke or chew tobacco

## What happens, step by step

1. **Check-up.** Dr. Sneha checks your teeth and gums for decay and gum disease.
2. **Ultrasonic scaling.** A vibrating tip breaks up tartar above and just below the gum line.
3. **Fine cleaning.** Remaining deposits are removed by hand from hard-to-reach areas.
4. **Polishing.** Teeth are polished to remove stains and make it harder for plaque to stick.
5. **Advice.** You get tips on brushing and flossing for your teeth.

## How long it takes

- 1 visit: for a routine cleaning
- Every 6 months: for most people
- 3 to 4 months: if you have gum disease or diabetes

Plaque forms every day, which is why regular cleaning matters.

## Is it painful?

Scaling is usually comfortable. If your teeth or gums are sensitive, the area can be numbed. Some sensitivity to cold for a few days is common and settles on its own.

## Aftercare

- Mild gum bleeding or sensitivity for a day or two is normal.
- Use a desensitising toothpaste if cold feels sharp.
- Brush twice a day with a soft brush and clean between your teeth daily.
- Rinse with warm salt water for a few days if gums feel tender.

Call the clinic if bleeding or sensitivity lasts more than a week.

## Cost

Dr. Sneha confirms the price at your visit; it depends on how much tartar has built up and whether deep cleaning is needed.

Consultation from ₹100.

## Questions about scaling

**Does scaling weaken teeth?**

No. It removes hardened deposits. It does not wear away enamel or loosen healthy teeth.

**Why do my teeth feel loose or gappy after scaling?**

Tartar was filling those spaces. As the gums heal and tighten, gaps often look smaller.

**Does it hurt?**

It is usually comfortable. Sensitive areas can be numbed.

**How often should I have it?**

Every six months for most people, or every three to four months with gum disease, diabetes, braces or tobacco use.

**If I brush well, do I still need it?**

Yes. Even careful brushers miss areas, so almost everyone builds some tartar.

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Performed by Dr. Sneha, BDS, MDS (Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics), The Dental Corner, C-3/80, Lawrence Road, Keshav Puram, New Delhi 110035. Call or WhatsApp +91 80765 81730.

_This page is general information and does not replace an examination by a dentist._