What is a Scale and Clean?
A scale and clean is a professional dental cleaning that removes plaque and hardened tartar from your teeth and along the gumline.
Plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that forms on your teeth every day. If it is not fully removed with brushing and flossing, it hardens into tartar, which cannot be removed at home. Tartar irritates the gums and increases the risk of gum disease, bad breath, and tooth decay.
A scale and clean removes this build-up safely and helps keep your mouth healthy.
What Happens During a Scale and clean with 123 Dental
What happens during your scale and clean
- Step 1: Oral health check We check your teeth, gums, and any areas that need attention.
- Step 2: Guided biofilm therapy clean We gently remove biofilm, plaque, and tartar with a precise, comfortable approach.
- Step 3: Polish and finish We smooth the teeth and lift surface stains for a clean feel.
- Step 4: Personalised advice You leave with clear guidance on brushing, flossing, and next visit timing.
Most appointments take 30 to 45 minutes, depending on build-up and gum health.
Get Regular Dental Scale and Cleans
Regular scale and cleans do more than keep your teeth looking clean. They play an important role in preventing long-term dental problems and maintaining healthy gums.
By removing plaque and tartar build-up, regular cleaning helps:
- Reduce gum bleeding and inflammation
- Keep breath fresh
- Lower the risk of gum disease and tooth loss
- Allow early detection of dental issues
- Maintain a cleaner, brighter smile
For most people, having a scale and clean every six months is ideal. This routine care helps prevent small issues from becoming bigger, more complex problems.
Some patients may need more frequent cleans, especially if they have gum disease or early signs of it, smoke or vape, have diabetes or other health conditions affecting gum health, or tend to build up tartar quickly.
We will always recommend a cleaning schedule based on your individual needs, rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. Our expert dentists can provide a personalised dental plan including when and how often you should get your teeth cleaned and scaled.
Book In Your Check Up Today!
Book your scale and clean today
A regular scale and clean is one of the easiest ways to protect your smile and avoid future dental problems.
If it has been a while since your last clean, or you are ready to get back on track with your oral health, our friendly team is here to help.
Book your scale and clean with 123 Dental today and take the next step towards a healthier smile.
Guided Biofilm Therapy in Perth
At 123 Dental, our scale and clean treatments use guided biofilm therapy, a modern and gentle approach to professional dental cleaning.
Dental biofilm is a layer of bacteria that builds up on teeth and along the gumline. If it is not properly removed, it can lead to gum inflammation and gum disease over time. Guided biofilm therapy allows us to clearly identify this bacteria and remove it with greater precision and comfort than traditional cleaning methods.
This approach helps to:
- Gently remove plaque and biofilm
- Reduce gum inflammation and bleeding
- Improve comfort during cleaning
- Support long-term gum health
Guided biofilm therapy is ideal for patients with sensitive teeth, existing gum concerns, or anyone who prefers a more comfortable and thorough scale and clean experience.
Why Choose 123 Dental?
We believe preventative care should be thorough, gentle, and never rushed.
At 123 Dental, you can expect:
- A caring and experienced dental team
- Gentle, modern cleaning techniques
- Clear explanations without pressure
- A focus on prevention and long-term oral health
- Trusted care for the local community for over 30 years
From your first visit to follow-up care, your comfort and confidence always come first.
Meet Your Dentists
Dr. Jack Brazel
As Dr. Jack Brazel, I’ve been committed to your dental well-being for over ten years. With a degree in Dental Science from Leeds University, my main focus is on delivering outstanding Invisalign results in Perth.
Dr. Deanne Anastasas
I’m Dr. Deanne Anastasas, a Perth native. With a Dental Science degree with Honours from UWA, I’ve spent years providing top-notch dental care in various clinics, with a special emphasis on Invisalign treatment, ensuring your smile is in expert hands.
Checkups FAQs
1. What is a scale and clean?
A scale and clean is a professional dental cleaning that removes plaque and hardened tartar from your teeth and along the gumline. It helps prevent gum disease, tooth decay, and bad breath while keeping your mouth healthy.
2. How long does a scale and clean take?
Most scale and clean appointments take between 30 and 45 minutes. The exact time depends on how much plaque and tartar build-up is present and your overall gum health.
3. Does a scale and clean hurt?
For most people, a scale and clean is comfortable and pain-free. You may feel some pressure or vibration during the cleaning. If your gums are sensitive or inflamed, we work gently and can use numbing options if needed.
4. How often should I have a scale and clean?
Most patients benefit from a scale and clean every six months. Some people may need more frequent cleans if they have gum disease, smoke or vape, have certain health conditions, or build up tartar quickly.
5. What is the difference between a scale and clean and a deep clean?
A standard scale and clean removes plaque and tartar from above and just below the gumline. A deep clean is used when gum disease is present and involves cleaning deeper under the gums. Your dentist will let you know which is suitable for you.
6. Will a scale and clean make my teeth whiter?
A scale and clean removes surface stains caused by food, drinks, and smoking, which can make your teeth look cleaner and brighter. It does not change the natural colour of your teeth like whitening treatments do.
