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Teeth scaling and polishing
I went to dentist for bad breath problem. After checking my teeth, doctor advised for scaling and polishing. Please advise is it safe to do as I'm afraid of doing so. Please advise.
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Consult your dentist that did your treatment. They can provide you the Ideal solution as they already have diagnosed your dental issues. This sensitivity usually subsides in 2-3 days. But it would be better to consult your doctor first. Hope this helped.
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Hi if you are facing this problem this it's completely safe to go for this as suggested from you dentist
Bad breath can be due to calculus and may be food debris Stuck in your teeth
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It's absolutely safe to go with scaling.Scaling removes calculus and debris from tooth surface.Its painless procedure no need to worry.Bad breath is mainly due to calculus and debris.
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Consult dentist get scaling done
Health Tips
Brush twice daily
Use water floss
Use stolin gum paint post scaling
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DR MEENU DHIMAN
Endodontist
14 yrs exp
Delhi
Yes. Absolutely safe and desirable
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Dr. Pia Patel
Dentist
14 yrs exp
Chennai
Hi,
It is advisable to a get a professional dental cleaning every 6 month to a year to maintain a good oral hygiene. No harm is caused to the gums or teeth with scaling.
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Dr. Shalini Nanda
Hair Transplant Surgeon
10 yrs exp
Bangalore
Its totally safe
Go for full mouth scalling in every 6 month
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