Going to the dentist isn't always at the top of your to-do list, but regular dental exams offer several key benefits for your oral health. During a professional cleaning, a dental hygienist will use a variety of tools to clean up plaque buildup on the teeth. These tools help them reach all those hard-to-reach places and thoroughly clean them. Let's take a look at some of the tools that dental hygienists use to keep your teeth healthy. The most important tool used by the hygienist is the dental mirror.
This allows them to see the teeth from multiple angles and have a better view of your teeth. The scraper is another tool used by dentists and dental hygienists. It has a pointed end that is placed on the teeth above the gum line and a curved, blunt end that can reach below the gum line, at the base of the teeth, without damaging the gum tissue. An ultrasonic scraper is often used because it's easier for the patient to tolerate.
At its tip, it vibrates to gently remove plaque. The scraper also provides a gentle stream of water to remove debris. The hygiene assistant uses a vacuum to suck up excess water. A polisher is another tool used during dental cleaning. It has a rounded, spoon-shaped end with a hole, which allows the hygienist to remove dental calculus, which is a hard deposit at the base of the teeth. The hygienist is likely to use a suction tool to remove saliva from the mouth while cleaning the teeth.
This eliminates the need to spit on the sink and helps keep our teeth dry when necessary, such as during a filling procedure. The fluoride solution used by dental professionals is stronger than solutions you would have or would use at home. A regular dental care routine consisting of brushing and flossing your teeth prevents plaque from building up and hardening and turning into tartar. Visiting the dentist regularly can help prevent tooth decay and control possible dental problems in time. Dental hygienists use a variety of tools during dental cleaning to clean teeth. Scalers (electric and portable), together with dental floss, are some of these tools.
These help them keep your teeth healthy and free from plaque buildup.
