Hygiene
Professional Teeth Cleaning
One of the most effective things you can do for your long-term oral health. Our expert hygienists at Kingshurst Dental Surgery in Birmingham remove built-up tartar and polish your teeth to a brilliant, healthy shine.
More Than Just a
Regular Clean
No matter how diligently you brush and floss at home, tartar (hardened plaque) builds up in areas that your toothbrush simply cannot reach. A professional scale and polish carried out by our skilled hygienists at Kingshurst Dental Surgery removes this build-up and leaves your teeth feeling incredibly smooth and clean.
It is one of the most important preventative treatments available — protecting you from gum disease, tooth decay, and more serious long-term health conditions. Patients travel from across Birmingham, Castle Bromwich, Castle Vale, Water Orton, and Chelmsley Wood to benefit from our hygiene care.
Scaling
Using ultrasonic and hand instruments, we carefully remove tartar and calculus deposits from the surface of your teeth and below the gum line.
Polishing
A professional polish removes surface stains from tea, coffee, red wine, and smoking — leaving your teeth brighter, smoother, and less prone to future staining.
Fluoride Treatment
Where advised, a fluoride application can be provided to strengthen enamel and protect against decay after your clean.
Oral Hygiene Advice
Your hygienist will share personalised tips on brushing technique, interdental cleaning, and the best products for your needs.
6 Reasons to Book Your
Hygiene Appointment Today
Removes Plaque & Tartar
Eliminates the hardened build-up that brushing alone cannot shift, dramatically reducing your risk of gum disease and cavities.
Brighter, Cleaner Smile
Stubborn surface stains from tea, coffee, red wine, and smoking are polished away, revealing a noticeably cleaner and more radiant smile.
Fresher Breath
Bad breath is often caused by bacteria that live in tartar. A professional clean eliminates these deposits, leaving your mouth feeling clean and fresh.
Early Problem Detection
Your hygienist will examine your mouth during the appointment, identifying any early signs of decay, gum disease, or other issues before they become costly.
Better Overall Health
Poor oral health has been linked to heart disease, diabetes, and other systemic conditions. Regular cleaning helps protect your whole-body health.
Prevents Gum Disease
Gum disease (periodontitis) is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults. A regular scale and polish is the single most effective way to prevent it.
3 Appointment Lengths
to Suit Your Needs
Not sure which is right for you? Our team will advise you at your appointment or when you call to book.
Routine Maintenance
- Ideal for patients with low tartar build-up
- Regular attenders who keep up with hygiene visits
- Light surface stain removal and polish
- Quick refresh between longer appointments
Standard Clean & Polish
- Suitable for most patients
- Moderate tartar & stain removal
- Full scale, polish and oral assessment
- Personalised oral hygiene advice included
Deep Clean Session
- Heavier tartar or stain build-up
- Early signs of gum disease or sensitivity
- Longer time between hygiene visits
- More thorough assessment and treatment
What to Expect
Your hygiene appointment is straightforward and comfortable. Here's exactly what happens during your visit to Kingshurst Dental Surgery.
Assessment
Your hygienist will examine your gums, teeth, and any existing dental work to understand your current oral health and identify areas of concern.
Ultrasonic Scaling
A gentle ultrasonic instrument uses high-frequency vibrations to break up tartar deposits from the surfaces of your teeth and along the gum line.
Hand Scaling
Specialised hand tools are used to carefully remove any remaining tartar in harder-to-reach spots, ensuring a thorough clean throughout.
Polishing
A professional polishing paste is applied to remove surface stains and smooth the tooth surface — making it harder for future plaque to stick.
Fluoride (if needed)
A fluoride treatment may be applied to strengthen your enamel and provide extra protection against decay — especially helpful for sensitive teeth.
Oral Hygiene Advice
Before you leave, your hygienist will share personalised recommendations to help you maintain excellent oral health between visits.
Who Should Have a
Hygiene Appointment?
The short answer — almost everyone! We recommend a professional scale and polish for all of our patients, typically every 6 to 12 months. However, you may benefit from more frequent visits if you:
- Notice heavy staining from tea, coffee, or smoking
- Have been told you have a high tartar build-up
- Experience bleeding or swollen gums when brushing
- Wear braces, bridges, or have implants (harder to clean areas)
- Suffer from persistent bad breath
- Have a history of gum disease or periodontitis
- Haven't had a hygiene appointment in over a year
Hygiene FAQs
Ready for a Cleaner, Healthier Smile?
Book your professional hygiene appointment today at Kingshurst Dental Surgery in Birmingham. We welcome patients from Castle Bromwich, Castle Vale, Water Orton, Chelmsley Wood, and across the West Midlands.