What is professional teeth cleaning?

Professional teeth cleaning is thoroughly cleaning your teeth and interdental spaces beyond daily brushing. It includes removing tartar, plaque, and stains, polishing teeth, and applying fluoride to protect against cavities.

Why is professional teeth cleaning important?

Despite careful oral hygiene, bacteria, plaque, and tartar can accumulate in areas that are hard to reach with a toothbrush. These can lead to cavities and gum disease. Professional teeth cleaning helps to remove these deposits thoroughly and minimise the risk of dental diseases.

How often should I have professional teeth cleaning done?

The recommended frequency can vary depending on individual risk for dental and gum diseases. Generally, we recommend professional teeth cleaning every 6 to 12 months.

Is professional teeth cleaning painful?

Professional teeth cleaning is usually not painful. However, if you have sensitive teeth or gums, please inform our dental professionals so they can take special precautions.

How long does professional teeth cleaning take?

The duration can vary, but it typically takes between 30 and 60 minutes, depending on the amount of tartar and individual oral health.

Does my health insurance cover the cost of professional teeth cleaning?

Coverage by health insurance varies. Many private and public health insurance cover the cost partially or fully. We recommend checking with your insurance provider.

What should I be aware of after professional teeth cleaning?

After cleaning, you should avoid smoking and consuming strongly staining foods and drinks for a few hours to maintain the effectiveness of the fluoride treatment and the cleaning results.

Can professional teeth cleaning whiten my teeth?

While professional teeth cleaning can remove stains from coffee, tea, tobacco, and other substances, it is not a whitening treatment. However, it can help restore the natural whiteness of your teeth.

Professional Teeth Cleaning in Regensburg

Professional Teeth Cleaning (PTC) is a fundamental component of oral health. Our prophylaxis team continually updates their training in this area, ensuring that our patients always learn the optimal brushing and prevention techniques to keep their teeth healthy. However, up to 40 per cent of tooth surfaces cannot be cleaned of bacteria and residues with conventional home dental care. In particular, the spaces between teeth are at risk of cavities or periodontitis. Therefore, we offer thorough and professional teeth cleaning in Regensburg. Schedule your appointment today!

How often should I get a Professional Teeth Cleaning (PTC)?

The question of how often to have a PTC is straightforward. A dental cleaning once or twice a year, conducted at regular intervals, is usually sufficient. However, it can be beneficial to schedule PTC appointments at shorter intervals. Our prophylaxis team is happy to provide individual advice. Generally, the more fillings, implants, or crowns a patient has, the shorter the interval between PTCs should be. Regularity also helps prevent bad breath and the formation of tartar.

What is the process of a Professional Teeth Cleaning in Regensburg?

Here are the steps involved in a PTC:

Individual Risk Diagnosis: At the start of each PTC appointment, we assess the patient's risk of periodontitis and cavities.
Teeth Cleaning: Our specialist gently removes existing deposits using the latest ultrasound technology. At the same time, we can smooth the edges of existing fillings and reshape crowns. We then precisely remove deposits – known as concretions – under the gum line with hand instruments.
Plaque Removal using the "Perio-Flow Method": Various consumables, such as coffee, tea, nicotine, or red wine, can affect the natural colour of teeth. Our particularly gentle Perio-Flow method, part of our professional teeth cleaning in Regensburg, removes these stains and restores the teeth's natural shine. In this step, we also clean the sensitive root surfaces and existing implants.
Fluoridation & Polishing: Final polishing of tooth surfaces prevents new plaque buildup. Subsequent fluoridation deposits fluoride ions in the enamel. These ions enhance the enamel's resistance and protect teeth from acidic foods and drinks, preventing cavities.