Medically reviewed by Edmund Khoo, DDS Key Takeaways Calcium deposits on teeth, known as tartar, need to be removed by a ...

Dental students may be better at scaling and root planing than their hygiene counterparts, according to the findings of a new study. Dental students in Switzerland more effectively scaled a maxillary ...

TikTok users are attempting to recreate part of the dental office experience at home by using sharp tools to remove plaque from their teeth. Professionally performed scaling typically goes below the ...

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A pilot study is small and lacks the power to recommend changes in clinical practice. A larger multi-centre study may be the solution. The results from this study promise the possibility of reducing ...

Learn how effective gum disease treatment can protect your teeth, key steps to follow, and when to seek professional care for lasting oral health.

Are your gums red, puffy and tender? If so, a deep dental cleaning might be on the agenda at your next dentist appointment. Your dentist might recommend a deep cleaning when you develop certain ...