Dental cleaning and whitening in Medellín

What happens during a cleaning

1. 1

   Tartar removal

   An ultrasonic instrument with a water spray loosens hardened tartar that brushing can't remove.

2. 2

   Stain removal

   Surface stains from coffee, tea, wine or smoking are lifted, so your natural tooth color shows again.

3. 3

   Polishing

   We polish every tooth so the surface is smooth, which makes it harder for plaque to stick.

Does it hurt? For most people, no. If your gums are sensitive or inflamed you may feel some discomfort; tell us and we'll adjust.

Cleaning vs whitening

A cleaning removes stains on your teeth and brings back their natural color. Whitening goes further and lightens the color of the tooth itself. Whitening always starts with a cleaning, because the gel can't work through plaque and tartar, which is why we offer them together.

Good to know about whitening

• Some sensitivity for a day or two is normal.
• For the first 48 hours, avoid coffee, red wine and other dark foods and drinks.
• Whitening doesn't change the color of crowns, veneers or fillings. Planning veneers? Whiten first.

Bleeding gums or deep pockets?

If we find signs of gum disease during your cleaning, you may need a deep cleaning below the gumline instead. See gum treatment.