Professional teeth cleaning in children dentistry Ivano-Frankivsk

Professional teeth cleaning for children: step by step

During a consultation at Ali Dental, the doctor carefully examines the oral cavity. The specialist determines which cleaning options will be most effective for a particular case.

Plaque (a soft, sticky layer of bacteria) forms during the day. If it is not removed regularly, it turns into hard tartar. When performing oral hygiene for children, special tools are used:

• ultrasonic scalers - devices generate high-frequency vibrations that effectively destroy the stone without damaging the enamel;
• hand-held devices for delicate removal of plaque residues, especially in hard-to-reach places;
• special pastes that contain abrasive particles.

The next stage is polishing. This requires special brushes (rubber, silicone) that rotate at high speed. Polishing pastes consist of smaller abrasive particles than cleaning pastes and add shine to the molars. Polishing not only improves the aesthetic appearance of the dentition, but also makes the surface of the dental unit less susceptible to the accumulation of bacteria and plaque.

Fluoridation in dental hygiene for children is one of the most important stages of caries prevention. Fluoride strengthens tooth enamel, increases resistance to acids produced by bacteria. Gels or varnishes are applied to the surface using an applicator or brush. The substances form a protective film that gradually releases fluoride. After applying the drug, it is recommended to refrain from eating and drinking for a certain time to ensure maximum absorption of the element.

How to prepare for oral hygiene in children

The recommended frequency of the procedure depends on individual characteristics, the condition of the oral cavity, and the tendency to caries. Typically, dentists at Ali’s Premium Dental Care recommend performing the procedure 1-2 times a year. In some cases, it is necessary to perform professional teeth cleaning in children more often:

• Tendency to caries. If caries often occurs, or there are risk factors (poor diet, poor hygiene), the doctor may prescribe a visit every 3-4 months.
• The presence of braces or other orthodontic structures. With such devices, more thorough care of the dentition is required, since plaque accumulates more easily under them.
• Nutritional features. Sweets, acidic foods increase the risk of developing oral problems.
• Gum disease. Inflammatory processes require more frequent specialized dental hygiene for children.

To make the cleaning as comfortable as possible, parents should explain and talk about the procedure in simple words, without unnecessary fears. Reassure the baby that it does not hurt, emphasize that the doctor will be careful.

After the manipulation, you should not eat solid food or drink staining drinks. Usually, after hygiene, the enamel is more sensitive, so avoid acidic, hot or too cold foods. Do not ignore recommendations for the use of rinses and special antiseptics.

Don't put off your next visit to the dentist at Ali Dental Clinic. Regular preventive examinations allow you to detect any problems in time. The website has a special form for online registration. Phone numbers are also listed in the «Contacts» section.