Understand Teeth Polishing: About, Benefits, Cost, and Precautions

Tooth polishing is the procedure of polishing teeth with a special polishing paste. It is a routinely performed the procedure both individually and after scaling/cleaning of teeth.

What does tooth polishing involve?

Teeth polishing is similar to polishing any object be it walls, floor or even your shoes. A special tool called as rubber cup or polishing brush is used along with a polishing paste. The polishing taste is rubbed on the tooth surface using a slow speed motor. The polishing paste contains mild abrasive and polishing agents such as pumice, mint to add favorable flavor and even fluorides.

What are the benefits of tooth polishing?

• After scaling, some scratches may form on the tooth surface. Polishing helps to remove these scratched giving tooth a shiny appearance.
• It removes stains of food stuff which cannot be removed by scaling alone.
• A polished smooth surface of tooth is less receptive to plaque accumulation.
• The fluoride content of the polish can help enhance the resistance of tooth to tooth decay
• Immediately after polishing patients report a feeling of “fresh breath” due to presence of mint
• in the polishing paste.
• Polishing also helps in reducing tooth sensitivity.
• Polishing gives you a shiny, white smile.

How often should I get polishing done?

Polishing can be added along with routine scaling and cleaning which is ideally recommended every 6 months. For those whose teeth stain faster, such as smokers or heavy tea/coffee drinkers can get it done even before that.

Are there any side-effects of polishing?

Teeth polishing is a very simple procedure with no side-effects. It is considered safe for all age groups. Those with sensitive teeth might feel a bit of sensitivity during the procedure and nothing more.

How much does it costs?

The actual cost may vary on a case to case basis but generally the range starts from Rs 999.

Any precautions needed after the procedure?

No special precautions needed after the procedure. You can immediately eat and drink anything whether hot or cold.