Dental Cleaning & Air Polishing

Professional dental cleaning removes plaque and hardened calculus that cannot be fully removed with brushing alone. Scaling instruments are used above and, when indicated, just below the gumline. Polishing smooths the tooth surface after deposits are removed.

Who May Be Suitable?

·       Adults with plaque, calculus or surface staining.

·       Patients preparing for whitening, restorative or orthodontic treatment.

·       Patients attending routine preventive care or professional maintenance.

·       International travellers seeking a short dental appointment, provided no complex gum treatment is required.

Treatment Process

·       Oral and gum assessment: The clinician reviews medical history, bleeding, sensitivity, plaque, calculus and gum condition.

·       Plaque disclosure when indicated: A disclosing agent may help identify deposits and guide cleaning.

·       Scaling: Ultrasonic and/or hand instruments remove calculus from accessible tooth surfaces.

·       Air polishing: A suitable powder is used to remove soft plaque and external stains where clinically appropriate.

·       Final polish and inspection: Remaining deposits are checked and the surfaces are polished as needed.

·       Home-care guidance: The clinician recommends brushing, interdental cleaning and an appropriate recall interval.

Indicative Prices in Vietnam

The partner materials describe bio-salt air polishing with microscope-assisted inspection but do not provide a separate standalone price. The routine scaling range is a Vietnam market reference; Medihub should confirm the partner quotation before publication.

International Price Comparison

Representative routine cleaning visit:

Indicative routine cleaning ranges. Examination, X-rays, fluoride, periodontal charting, deep cleaning and air polishing may be included or charged separately depending on the provider.

Aftercare

·       Mild sensitivity or gum bleeding can occur temporarily, especially when deposits are heavy or gums are inflamed.

·       Use a soft toothbrush and follow personalised interdental-cleaning advice.

·       Avoid tobacco and strongly staining foods or drinks for the period advised after polishing.

·       Seek review for persistent bleeding, increasing pain, swelling or tooth mobility.

Benefits and Considerations

·       Removes plaque, hardened deposits and selected external stains.

·       Supports gum-health assessment and preventive oral care.

·       Can provide a cleaner surface before whitening or restorative treatment.

·       Possible issues include temporary sensitivity, gum tenderness, minor bleeding or incomplete stain removal when discolouration is internal.

Planning Your Stay

Routine cleaning and air polishing are commonly completed in one visit, so no extended stay is normally required. If examination identifies periodontitis, active decay or another condition, additional appointments may be recommended rather than extending a routine cleaning session.