Air Polishing: Our Expert Solution to Staining
As there are so many different treatments to think about when visiting the dentist, it can be difficult to decide which is the best for your circumstances. One treatment that is particularly popular with our clients is air polishing. But what exactly is it? Is it really beneficial? Below, we explain why we think air polishing is an expert solution to staining and provide you with details about how to schedule an appointment at Pure Smiles.
What is air polishing?
When you visit a dental hygienist at Pure Smiles, air polishing is a process that helps keep your teeth a brilliant white, while removing any stubborn stains. Our hygienists use a combination of water, air, and a fine, flavoured powder to gently remove any plaque that has built up on or between your pearly whites over time.
The process is completely natural and pain-free and is extremely effective at removing stains caused by the likes of tea, coffee, and red wine. In other words, air polishing cleans your teeth, keeps them healthy, and reduces the likelihood of the buildup of tartar that can affect your long-term dental health.
Why choose an air polish treatment?
Studies have found that air polishing is an effective way to remove the build-up of dental plaque. What’s more, statistics show that around 66% of adults in the UK have visible plaque. Therefore, air polishing is undoubtedly a worthwhile treatment to consider. Even if you’re someone who doesn’t relish the thought of visiting the dentist, you can receive air polishing treatment by scheduling an appointment with a hygienist.
During your visit, the hygienist will offer you advice on how to improve the way you look after your teeth and even recommend products that you can turn to in order to get your teeth shining once again. So, if you’re on the fence about whether air polishing is worth it, we can’t recommend the treatment enough.
How is air polishing different from teeth whitening?
It’s important not to confuse air polishing with teeth whitening, as the two procedures are markedly different from one another. Air polishing cleans your teeth naturally and doesn’t promise to enhance them with additional colouring. In fact, we advise our patients to schedule an air polishing appointment before whitening their teeth, as it helps to improve the final results. Conversely, teeth whitening is a process that allows you to enhance the appearance of your teeth in the long run.
At Pure Smiles, we use Enlighten Evolution teeth whitening, which is the only treatment that is proven to guarantee long-lasting whitening results. Our dentists use a high gloss tooth serum paste to fill the defects in your enamel, which produces a high gloss lustre that is responsible for the glowing of your pearly whites. So, while both air polishing and teeth whitening can improve your smile, they’re very different treatments.
If you like the idea of removing plaque and stains from your teeth without undergoing cosmetic dental treatment, then air polishing is a great option for you. Give our friendly team a call today on 0208 015 1400, and we will book you in for an appointment.
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