What Is a Professional Clean and Polish?
A professional clean and polish is the foundation of good oral health. While brushing and flossing at home remove surface plaque each day, they cannot reach the buildup that hardens into tartar over time, particularly along the gumline and between teeth. At A Cleaner Smile in St. Catharines, our registered dental hygienists perform a thorough clean that removes both plaque and tartar before polishing the tooth surface to a smooth, clean finish.
What Happens During Your Appointment?
Your hygienist will carefully examine your teeth and gums before beginning the cleaning. Using professional instruments, we remove plaque and calculus deposits from all surfaces of your teeth, paying close attention to the areas most commonly missed during home care. Once scaling is complete, we polish your teeth to remove surface stains and leave them feeling fresh and smooth. If needed, we will also provide personalized guidance on improving your home brushing and flossing routine between visits.
How Often Should You Get a Clean and Polish?
Most patients benefit from a professional cleaning every six months. If you have a history of gum disease, heavy tartar buildup, or other oral health concerns, your hygienist may recommend more frequent visits to stay ahead of any issues. At A Cleaner Smile, we tailor every care plan to the individual patient because one schedule does not fit everyone.
Patients from across the Niagara Region visit us regularly for their teeth cleaning appointments, including from Thorold, Niagara Falls, Welland, Niagara-on-the-Lake, and the surrounding communities. Free parking is available at our St. Catharines clinic and no referral is required to book.
Questions About Teeth Cleaning in St. Catharines
For most patients, a professional cleaning is comfortable. If you have sensitive gums or significant tartar buildup, you may feel some mild pressure or sensitivity during the process. Let your hygienist know before your appointment and they will take extra care to keep you comfortable throughout.
Brushing and flossing remove soft plaque from tooth surfaces each day, but they cannot remove tartar, which is hardened plaque that bonds to the tooth. A professional clean removes tartar using specialized instruments and polishes the surfaces that home care alone cannot reach.
No referral is needed. Simply call us at (905) 937-1812 or fill in the booking form and we will get you scheduled.