Does deep cleaning whiten teeth
Deep cleaning can remove tartar and stain from below the gumline, making teeth look cleaner, but it is not the same as peroxide tooth whitening.
Can deep cleaning make teeth look whiter?
Deep cleaning can remove tartar and stain from below the gumline, making teeth look cleaner, but it is not the same as peroxide tooth whitening.
How does deep cleaning remove deposits from teeth?
Deep cleaning, or scaling and root planing, removes plaque and calculus from tooth surfaces and periodontal pockets.
What colour changes can cleaning improve or not change?
It can remove deposits that make teeth look yellow or brown near the gums, but it does not bleach the enamel or dentin.
What should you do after treatment to protect your gums?
Follow the cleaning plan, brush gently with fluoride toothpaste, clean between teeth, and use any rinses or review appointments prescribed for your gums.
When should you seek care after deep cleaning?
Seek care for persistent bleeding, loose teeth, pus, swelling, or pain after cleaning.
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This page is patient education, not medical advice, and cannot replace an examination. Anything urgent — facial swelling, trauma, uncontrolled bleeding or severe pain — needs a dentist or emergency care now.