“Had a good experience at this dental clinic. The staff was friendly and helpful, and the dentist explained the treatment clearly. The clinic was clean and the overall experience was comfortable. Would recommend this clinic for dental care.”
Teeth cleaning
Teeth Cleaning in Kondapur, Hyderabad
Plaque is the soft film of bacteria that forms on your teeth all day. Brushing removes most of it, but what is left hardens into tartar within days, and tartar cannot be brushed off. A professional cleaning removes it, and it is the first step in protecting your gums.
Elite Dental Clinic is a dental clinic in Kondapur, Hyderabad. This page is medically reviewed by Dr. Revathi Indukuri, a dentist at the clinic, and cleanings are provided by the clinic's dentists. It explains how teeth cleaning in Kondapur works, how often it helps, what it cannot do and how your plan is set.
- Visits
- Usually 1
- Anaesthesia
- Usually not needed
- Common interval
- 6 to 12 months
- Open
- Every day
Open every day from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm. If you have pain or swelling, call or send a WhatsApp message before you come so your visit can be planned.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Revathi Indukuri, BDS, MDS (Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics). Last reviewed . About the reviewer
Quick answer
A professional teeth cleaning removes plaque and hardened tartar from the teeth and gum line with scaling instruments, then polishes the teeth. At Elite Dental Clinic in Hyderabad, a cleaning starts with an examination, because gum health decides what kind of cleaning you need.
01 Overview
What is professional teeth cleaning and what does it remove?
Plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that builds up on the teeth. When it is not removed, the gums become irritated, and gum disease starts with plaque.2 You can remove plaque at home by brushing with fluoride toothpaste twice a day and cleaning between the teeth daily.2
Plaque that stays on the teeth hardens into tartar, also called calculus, which forms most at the gum line and between the teeth. Tartar bonds to the tooth, so only a dentist or hygienist can remove it. A cleaning does this in two parts: scaling, which removes plaque and tartar with instruments, and polishing, which smooths the surface of the teeth.
In the early stage of gum disease, called gingivitis, professional cleaning followed by daily brushing and flossing can reverse the problem.3 That is why a cleaning is part of gingivitis treatment and a first step in gum disease treatment.
A cleaning does not whiten the natural shade of the teeth, but it removes surface stains from tea, coffee and tobacco, so the teeth often look cleaner afterwards.
In short, a cleaning removes the hardened deposits that brushing cannot, and it protects the gums.
02 Candidacy
Who needs a teeth cleaning in Kondapur?
Almost everyone with natural teeth gains from a cleaning at some interval, and the dentist sets the interval after looking at your gums. The two lists below describe the general pattern.
Signs a cleaning is due
Needs caution or a different plan
- Gums that are loose, receding or sore, or pockets around the teeth, which need deeper cleaning under the gum1
- Smoking or type 2 diabetes, which raise the risk of gum disease and call for closer monitoring1
- Very sensitive teeth or exposed roots, where cleaning is done gently in stages
- Crowns, bridges or implants that need special care around their edges
A cleaning suits healthy gums, and bleeding or loose gums need a closer look first.
03 Options
Which type of teeth cleaning fits your gums in Kondapur?
The type depends on how your gums look and how deep the deposits go. A Cochrane review found that routine scaling and polishing reduces tartar compared with none, and that a six-monthly visit reduced it more than a 12-monthly one, although it is unclear how much that matters for your health.1
Scale and polish
For healthy gums with plaque, tartar and surface stains above the gum line. Scaling removes the deposits and polishing smooths the teeth.
Usually 1 visit
Deep cleaning under the gum
For gums that have started to detach from the teeth, where tartar has collected below the gum line. It is done in sections, often with local anaesthetic. See periodontal treatment.
1 to 4 visits
Cleaning with stain removal and fluoride
For people who also want the teeth polished of stains, or who are prone to cavities. Fluoride can be applied after cleaning, see fluoride treatment.
Usually 1 visit
If bleeding persists after a cleaning, see bleeding gums treatment. If the main wish is lighter teeth, teeth whitening usually follows a cleaning.
| Compared on | Scale and polish | Deep cleaning |
|---|---|---|
| Where it works | Above and just below the gum line | Under the gum, down the root |
| Local anaesthetic | Usually not needed | Often used |
| Visits | Usually 1 | Often 2 or more |
| Suits | Healthy gums | Gum disease with pockets |
A scale and polish suits healthy gums, and a deep cleaning is for gums that have already begun to detach.
04 Procedure
How is a teeth cleaning done, step by step?
A routine cleaning is usually finished in one visit. You are told what to expect for your gums at the first visit.
The examination decides the cleaning, and the cleaning clears the way for healthy gums.
Examination of the teeth and gums
The dentist checks your teeth and gums, measures any gum pockets and notes where plaque and tartar are collecting. You are told what type of cleaning is needed.
Scaling to remove tartar and plaque
Hand instruments or an ultrasonic scaler remove tartar and plaque from the teeth, from between them and from the gum line. The instruments are used gently, and water rinses away the debris.
Polishing the teeth
The teeth are polished with a soft cup and a gritty paste, which smooths the surface and removes stains. A smooth surface collects plaque more slowly.
Rinsing and checking the gum line
The mouth is rinsed, the gum line is checked again and any sensitive areas are noted. Local anaesthetic is used only when it is needed for comfort.
Home care advice for plaque control
You are shown where plaque is collecting and how to clean there. Brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, clean between the teeth daily and limit snacking.23 For bad breath, cleaning the tongue helps too.
Planning the next cleaning
The dentist suggests when to return, which depends on your gums, your risk of decay and whether you smoke or have diabetes.1
05 Cost
What decides the cost of teeth cleaning in Kondapur, Hyderabad?
Treatment is planned for one person, not sold as a product, so the cost follows your evaluation.
Two mouths can need very different cleanings. For that reason Elite Dental Clinic does not quote a cost before an evaluation. You receive a written plan that lists each stage before any treatment starts.
What the evaluation looks at
- How much tartar and staining there is, and where
- Whether the gums are healthy or already have pockets that need a deeper cleaning
- Whether local anaesthetic is needed for comfort
- How many visits the cleaning needs
What you decide with the dentist
- Scale and polish alone, or with stain removal and fluoride
- Whether to follow with whitening
- The timing of the visits around your work and travel
Your medical history matters too, including diabetes, heart conditions and any medicines.
The cost follows the plan, and the plan follows the evaluation.
06 Aftercare
What does recovery after a teeth cleaning look like?
You can return to routine activity at once and eat as soon as any numbness has gone. The gums may feel tender for a day or two, especially if they were inflamed.
Same day
Eat and drink normally once any numbness has gone. If your teeth feel sensitive to cold, sip cold drinks through a straw and use a gentle toothpaste.
First week
Gums that were bleeding often bleed less within a week as the plaque is cleared. Brush gently and keep cleaning between the teeth. Sensitivity usually fades, and a toothpaste for sensitive teeth can help.
Following months
Brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, clean between your teeth daily, balance your diet and attend regular visits.3 Stopping smoking helps your gums.2
Next cleaning
Come back at the interval you were given. Six-monthly cleanings reduced tartar more than 12-monthly ones in a Cochrane review, but the right interval depends on your gums.1
When to call us
Call the clinic if your gums keep bleeding after the first week, the gums swell or you get a pimple on the gum, a tooth feels loose, or sensitivity gets worse instead of better. If swelling spreads to your face or neck, or you have trouble breathing or swallowing, go to the nearest hospital emergency department.
A cleaning clears the plaque once, and daily care keeps it from coming back.
07 Limits
When is a routine teeth cleaning not enough?
A routine scale and polish is usually not enough in these situations, and a deeper plan is discussed:
- Gums that bleed easily, are red or swollen, or have pulled away from the teeth.3
- Loose or shifting teeth, or a change in the way your teeth meet.3
- Pockets under the gum where tartar has collected, which need deep cleaning.
- A mouth where untreated decay or infection needs treatment first.
- Smoking or diabetes with gum problems, which need closer monitoring.2
- Pain or swelling that needs an examination and not just a cleaning.
If the gums are already inflamed or pocketed, see gum disease treatment.
Risks and complications
A cleaning has few risks. Teeth and gums can feel tender or sensitive for a day or two, and gums can bleed during and after cleaning if they were inflamed. Local anaesthetic is used only when needed.
The Cochrane review found that routine scaling and polishing reduced tartar, and people felt their teeth were cleaner, but the evidence was low quality and there was no difference in quality of life between groups.1 Neither study measured side effects such as sensitivity or damage to tooth surfaces.1
A cleaning does not replace daily cleaning at home, and it does not treat established gum disease on its own.
A cleaning helps most when it is combined with daily care and followed by a closer plan if the gums are already inflamed.
08 Your visit
What happens at your first teeth cleaning appointment in Kondapur?
At the first visit Dr. Revathi Indukuri or another dentist at the clinic listens to your concerns, checks your teeth and gums and measures the gum pockets. If a cleaning suits you, you are told the type, the visits and what each involves. You receive a written plan that lists each stage before any treatment starts.
Tell the dentist about bleeding gums, sensitivity, diabetes, heart conditions and your medicines. Bring a list of any medicines you take, and any earlier X-rays.
The team speaks English, Telugu and Hindi. A cleaning is often done at the same visit as the examination if your gums are healthy. You are under no obligation to go ahead with treatment.
The first visit ends with a plan, and often with a cleaner mouth.
09 Why this clinic
Why choose Elite Dental Clinic for teeth cleaning in Kondapur?
Medical reviewer of this page
Dr. Revathi Indukuri
BDS, MDS (Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics)
BDS, Sree Sai Dental College Research Institute, 2009
MDS, Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, Andhra Pradesh, 2016
A cleaning is the simplest treatment we do and one of the most useful. I use it to look at the gums and the spaces between the teeth too, because that is where trouble starts, and I show you where the plaque is collecting so you can fix it at home.
Dr. Revathi Indukuri
Dr. Revathi Indukuri reviewed this page as a dentist at the clinic. Her MDS covers the health of the teeth and the tissues around them, and the clinic's team board lists a periodontist, who is trained in the treatment of gum disease. A cleaning that reveals gum disease can therefore move to the next step in the same clinic.
A gum check with every cleaning
The gums are examined and measured at the same visit, so gum disease is found early.
A periodontist on the team
The clinic's team board lists a periodontist, so deep cleaning or gum treatment can be planned with the matching dentist.
A written plan before treatment
You receive a written plan that lists each stage before any treatment starts, so you know what comes next.
Home care shown on your own teeth
You are shown where plaque collects on your own teeth, so the advice is specific and not general.
A gum check each time, a periodontist on the team and advice for your own teeth are what this clinic stands behind.
10 Reviews
Patient reviews of Elite Dental Clinic in Kondapur
Recent patient reviews of Elite Dental Clinic
“Very nice treatment.”
“I'm extremely happy with the treatment by elite dental kondapur”
11 Visit us
Dentist in Kondapur, Hyderabad: location, hours and access
Elite Dental Clinic
2nd floor, Artham's Arcade, above Vijaya Diagnostics
Kondapur, Raghavendra Colony, Gachibowli
Hyderabad, Telangana 500084
070320 78789
Kondapur, Raghavendra Colony, Gachibowli
Hyderabad, Telangana 500084
070320 78789
| Monday to Sunday | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm |
|---|
The clinic is on the second floor of Artham's Arcade, above Vijaya Diagnostics, in Raghavendra Colony.
Patients looking for teeth cleaning or scaling and polishing in Kondapur will find the clinic above Vijaya Diagnostics in Artham's Arcade, Raghavendra Colony. Languages spoken: English, Telugu and Hindi. More about the clinic: dentist in Kondapur.
The clinic is on the second floor above Vijaya Diagnostics and is open every day from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm.
12 Travelling patients
Teeth cleaning in Hyderabad for patients from other cities and countries
A routine cleaning is usually finished in one visit, so it suits a short stay well. Connect with the clinic on WhatsApp or by phone before you travel, and the team will help you plan your visit.
If your gums bleed or the teeth feel loose, say so when you write, because a deeper cleaning may need more than one visit. The dentist tells you after the examination whether one visit will be enough.
Ask for a note of what was done and when your next cleaning is due, so that a dentist at home can continue the plan. The clinic is open every day from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm, and the team speaks English, Hindi and Telugu.
Book the cleaning early in your stay, and keep a spare day in case the gums need more.
13 Questions
Teeth cleaning questions from patients in Kondapur
Does teeth cleaning hurt?
A routine cleaning is usually comfortable, though gums that are inflamed can feel tender or bleed. The teeth can be sensitive to cold for a day or two. If a deeper cleaning is needed, local anaesthetic is used. Tell the dentist if anything hurts.
How often should I have my teeth cleaned?
It depends on your gums, your risk of decay and whether you smoke or have diabetes. A Cochrane review found that six-monthly cleanings reduced tartar more than 12-monthly ones, but it is unclear how much this matters, so the dentist sets the interval for you.
Does cleaning damage the enamel?
Routine scaling and polishing is a standard treatment, and the instruments are used gently. The Cochrane review did not measure damage to tooth surfaces, so no firm figures exist. Tell the dentist if your teeth are sensitive, so the cleaning can be done gently.
Will cleaning make my teeth whiter?
It removes surface stains from tea, coffee and tobacco, so teeth often look cleaner and lighter. It does not change the natural shade of the tooth. For a lighter shade, whitening is a separate treatment that usually follows a cleaning.
Why do my gums bleed after cleaning?
Gums that were inflamed from plaque can bleed during and after a cleaning. The bleeding usually settles within a week as the plaque is cleared and you clean daily. If it continues, tell the clinic, because it can mean gum disease that needs more treatment.
What is the difference between scale and polish and a deep cleaning?
A scale and polish removes plaque, tartar and stains above and just below the gum line, and suits healthy gums. A deep cleaning removes tartar from under the gum, down the root, and is used when gums have begun to detach, often with local anaesthetic.
How is the cost of teeth cleaning decided?
Treatment is planned for one person, so the cost is given after the evaluation. The amount of tartar, the health of the gums, the type of cleaning and the number of visits all change the plan. You receive a written plan before treatment starts.
Can I eat after a teeth cleaning?
Yes, as soon as any numbness has gone. If your teeth feel sensitive, avoid very cold or hot food for a day. If you had a deep cleaning with local anaesthetic, wait until the numbness wears off so you do not bite your cheek or tongue.
14 Second opinion
Want a second opinion on your teeth cleaning plan?
If you have been told you need a deep cleaning, or several visits, bring any X-rays and notes to your evaluation. The dentist will examine your gums and explain in plain words what kind of cleaning your mouth needs. Call or send a WhatsApp message to book your visit. The evaluation is the first step, and you are under no obligation to go ahead with treatment.
15 Related
Treatments often considered alongside teeth cleaning
Gum disease treatment
The next step when a cleaning shows gums that are inflamed or pocketed.
Teeth whitening
Usually done after a cleaning, because the gel works on a clean tooth.
Fluoride treatment
A protective step after cleaning for people who are prone to cavities.
Sources
- Routine scale and polish for periodontal health in adults, Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2018
- Gum disease, NHS
- Gum disease, American Dental Association, MouthHealthy
This page is general information, not a diagnosis or a substitute for an examination, and results vary between patients.