Is a Professional Teeth Cleaning Actually Worth It If You Brush & Floss Daily?

By Amber-Lee, IRDH16 Years Experience

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Quick Answer

Quick Answer: Yes. Even with thorough daily brushing and flossing, dental biofilm and bacteria harden into tartar (calculus) within 24 hours. Once tartar forms, it cannot be removed with a regular toothbrush or dental floss and requires professional removal by a registered dental hygienist to prevent periodontal disease.

Answered by the team at Bright White Dental Hygiene Clinic in Riverview, NB — serving Moncton and Dieppe.

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Key Takeaways

1Plaque hardens into tartar in as little as 24 hours.
2Tartar cannot be removed by brushing or flossing alone.
3Professional cleanings help prevent gingivitis and periodontal disease.

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Video Transcript: Is a Professional Teeth Cleaning Actually Worth It?

Full transcript of the video answer on whether a professional teeth cleaning is worth it, given by Amber-Lee, IRDH, at Bright White Dental Hygiene Clinic in Riverview, NB — serving Moncton and Dieppe.

Question: Is a professional teeth cleaning actually worth it if you brush and floss daily?

“Yes! Even though you brush and floss really well, biofilm and bacteria that cause periodontal disease harden every 24 hours into what we call tartar. Tartar is unable to be removed by your toothbrush and flossing—it needs to be removed by a professional cleaning. If it's been a while since your last cleaning, feel free to reach out to book an appointment at (506) 871-5868 or online at www.brightwhitedh.ca.”

Frequently Asked Questions

Common follow-up questions about professional teeth cleanings, tartar, and at-home oral care.

No. Brushing harder will not dissolve or lift hardened tartar and can actually damage your enamel and recede your gums. Professional scaler tools are required.

Plaque bacteria begin mineralizing into hard tartar within 24 to 48 hours.

Unremoved tartar harbors bacteria beneath the gumline, leading to gingivitis, bone loss, and periodontal disease.

Short video answers from Amber-Lee, IRDH — 16 years experience.