Scaling & Polishing

Name: Dr. Harshi's Dental Clinic
Address: B1, 8th Cross St, Indira Nagar, Adyar, Tamil Nadu, 600020, IN
Telephone: +91 89393 66927
Price range: ₹₹
Rating: 5.0

The single most important thing you can do for your long-term oral health.

Even with diligent brushing and flossing at home, tartar builds up in areas your toothbrush simply cannot reach. Professional scaling and polishing at Dr. Harshi's Dental Clinic removes this buildup thoroughly, leaving your gums healthier, your breath fresher, and your smile noticeably brighter.

What is scaling and polishing?

Scaling removes hardened tartar and plaque from the tooth surfaces and below the gumline using ultrasonic and hand instruments. Polishing then smooths the enamel surface, making it harder for bacteria and stains to reattach. Together they form the foundation of preventive dental care.

Why is it so important?

Untreated tartar leads to gum disease — the leading cause of tooth loss in adults. Research also connects gum disease to heart disease, diabetes, and pregnancy complications. A professional clean every six months costs very little compared to the treatments it prevents.

What does the procedure feel like?

Most patients find scaling comfortable. If your gums are sensitive, Dr. Harshi can apply local anaesthesia. The appointment typically takes 45–60 minutes, and your teeth will feel noticeably cleaner and smoother immediately after.

How does it improve your smile?

Beyond health benefits, scaling removes the surface staining from tea, coffee, and food that builds up over time. Patients consistently notice their smile looks brighter and more even after a clean — without any whitening treatment needed.

Key Benefits

Removes tartar that brushing cannot

Prevents and reverses early gum disease

Freshens breath by eliminating bacterial buildup

Brightens smile by removing surface stains

Allows early detection of cavities and gum issues

Reduces risk of heart and systemic disease

What the Treatment Involves

01Full gum and oral health assessment

02Ultrasonic scaling to remove hardened tartar

03Hand scaling for precision around gumline

04Subgingival cleaning below the gumline if needed

05Professional polishing with fluoride paste

06Oral hygiene guidance personalised to you

Why Dr. Harshi

“Dr. Harshi is known for being thorough — she never rushes a cleaning. Patients who have visited other clinics often comment that their clean at Dr. Harshi's is more detailed and longer-lasting than what they experienced elsewhere.”

Dr. Harshi, BDS, FDS (Endodontics)