I need help with teeth cleaning

Discover a better way to keep your teeth free of plaque and tartar

Regular teeth cleaning is the key to keeping your natural smile strong and healthy for many years to come.

How do I know if I need teeth cleaning?

You might notice that your gums are a little inflamed and sore, or bleed when you brush your teeth. Maybe you have bad breath that brushing doesn’t fix. There could be staining on your teeth that you can’t brush away, or discoloured deposits near the gum line. These are all issues that our oral therapist can treat. They’ll also give you recommendations and training on the best way to care for your teeth and gums at home.

Why do I need teeth cleaning?

Even if you are diligent with your oral hygiene, sometimes you get plaque or tartar (hardened plaque) in places that are hard to brush or floss. Natural minerals and bacteria in your saliva contribute to their formation. An oral hygienist has tools that can reach places on your teeth that your toothbrush and floss can’t. Tartar deposits usually require specialist equipment to remove. By getting your teeth cleaned regularly before plaque and tartar cause decay and gum disease, you can avoid the need for fillings, crowns, and root canals.

What treatments are available for teeth that need cleaning?

We’ll help you keep your teeth sparkling clean with minimally invasive, advanced hygiene treatments.

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An attractive woman smiles confidently, showing her healthy and strong teeth after a visit to dentist, Dr Dave Richards, of Natural Smile Dental St Heliers, Auckland.
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Common questions about teeth cleaning

  • At Natural Smile, we have tools that can reach places between your teeth and below your gums that evade traditional brushing and flossing. Getting rid of the plaque and tartar that gathers in these areas is important to prevent gum disease and tooth decay.

  • Ideally, you should get your teeth professionally cleaned every six to twelve months, depending on the condition of your teeth and gums, and level of care you give your teeth at home. Preventing the build-up of plaque and tartar saves you from needing more expensive dental treatments.

  • An oral therapist will examine your mouth closely to assess the overall health of your teeth and gums. They will then identify areas of biofilm, plaque, and tartar that need to be removed, which they will do with specialised equipment that can clean and polish between your teeth and under your gums.

  • No, a visit to our oral therapist should be completely painless. At Natural Smile, we use EMS Airflow technology to deep clean your teeth faster, without painful scraping. You can find out more about EMS Airflow teeth cleaning here. (link to EMS page)

  • Our EMS Airflow technology is an extremely gentle way of deep cleaning your teeth, so you are unlikely to experience any sensitivity. In fact, the microparticles used in the cleaning process can fill tiny holes in your teeth, reducing sensitivity.

  • The cost of professional teeth cleaning will vary depending on the condition of your teeth and mouth. If you’d like to find out how much your appointment is likely to cost, get in touch with our friendly reception team (insert contact link).