Will my gums bleed during cleaning?

Mild bleeding can happen with inflamed gums, settling within a few days as gum health improves.

How often do I need this?

Every 6 months is standard for most patients.

Preventive Care

The deep clean brushing alone can't do

Teeth Scaling & Polishing

Professional cleaning to clear plaque and tartar your toothbrush can't reach.

30–45 minutes

Typical duration

None — mild, temporary gum sensitivity is possible if gums were inflamed beforehand.

Recovery

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Overview

Even careful brushing leaves plaque that hardens into tartar over time. Scaling and polishing removes it professionally, leaving teeth smoother and less prone to gum irritation.

Is this right for you?

Anyone due for their routine 6-monthly clean
Patients noticing stained teeth or mild gum bleeding
Smokers or tea/coffee drinkers managing surface staining

Signs to watch for

Visible tartar build-up along the gumline
Mild gum bleeding when brushing or flossing
Surface staining from tea, coffee, or smoking

Why patients choose this

Removes plaque and tartar brushing alone can't reach

Leaves teeth smoother and less prone to irritation

Supports healthier gums long-term

What to expect

Assessment

A quick check of gum health and tartar build-up.

Scaling

Careful removal of plaque and tartar from the tooth surface and gumline.

Polishing

A smooth, polished finish that resists new plaque build-up.

Aftercare tips

Brushing/flossing pointers specific to what was seen.

Technology used

Ultrasonic scaling instruments
Polishing paste for a smooth, clean finish

Treatment duration

30–45 minutes

Exact timing depends on your specific case — confirmed at consultation.

Recovery

None — mild, temporary gum sensitivity is possible if gums were inflamed beforehand.

Common questions

No — it removes hardened plaque already harming gum health; it doesn't damage healthy enamel.

Meet our doctors

A team our patients have trusted for 17 years.

Dr. Neha Kulsum

Proprietor · Root Canal Specialist & Cosmetic Dentist · 12+ years experience

Dr. Neha specialises in painless root canal treatments, smile designing, cosmetic dentistry, crowns and bridges, restorative procedures, and preventive oral healthcare — always with a strong emphasis on precision, comfort, and patient satisfaction. She believes every smile is unique, and takes the time to understand each patient's individual needs before building a treatment plan that prioritises both long-term oral health and aesthetics. As the clinic's proprietor, she carries forward a legacy that began in 1995 — integrating modern dental technology and evidence-based practice with the same gentle, unhurried approach that's kept generations of the same families coming back.

"Your smile is our priority, and your trust is our greatest achievement."

Dr. Shyama Pramod

BDS, MDS, FPOS · Orthodontist

MDS — Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics
Fellowship in Surgical Orthodontics
RGUHS rank holder
Pierre Fauchard Academy award recipient (South Asia Division)
Braces & clear aligner treatment planning

Dr. Shyama plans and manages orthodontic treatment — braces and clear aligners — including cases that need a combined surgical and orthodontic approach. She holds an MDS in orthodontics alongside a Fellowship in Surgical Orthodontics, graduated as a rank holder from RGUHS, and has been recognised by the Pierre Fauchard Academy for its South Asia division.