Bleeding gums, persistent bad breath and tartar build up often point to bacteria collecting where a toothbrush cannot reach. Dental deep cleaning at Royal Aesthetics Dental Clinic in Ota removes this build up from beneath the gum line and helps gums return to health.
Patients from Ota, Sango Ota, Ijoko and Agbara visit us for early gum disease care. Treatment follows a personalized plan, and our gentle and calm environment helps anxious patients feel comfortable.
This page explains what deep cleaning involves, who benefits, how a visit unfolds and how to protect your gums afterwards. Reading it first helps you arrive prepared and ready to ask the questions that matter to you.
What deep cleaning is
Deep cleaning, often called scaling and root planing, removes plaque and hardened tartar from the tooth surface above and below the gum line. The dentist then smooths the root surfaces so the gums can reattach more easily.
Routine polishing cleans the visible parts of the teeth. Deep cleaning reaches into the small spaces between gum and tooth where gum disease begins.
Removing the bacterial deposits allows inflamed gum tissue to calm down and heal. Many patients notice less bleeding and fresher breath as the gums recover.
Signs you may need it
Gums that bleed when you brush, look red or swollen, or feel tender suggest inflammation. Receding gums, loose feeling teeth and a lingering bad taste can also signal that bacteria have settled below the gum line.
The dentist measures the spaces around each tooth and uses digital dental X-rays to see bone levels. These findings show whether deep cleaning is the right step for you.
Gum disease can progress without pain, so you may not feel anything until it is advanced. A professional gum examination finds early changes before they harm the bone that holds your teeth.
- Bleeding gums
- Red or swollen gums
- Persistent bad breath
- Visible tartar build up
- Gums pulling away from teeth
How the treatment works
The dentist uses specialised instruments, and sometimes ultrasonic tools, to remove deposits from the roots. Local anaesthetic is typically used so the treatment stays comfortable.
Depending on assessment, treatment may be completed in one visit or divided into sections of the mouth over several visits. The dentist explains the plan before starting.
Treatment is gentle and carried out with care for sensitive areas. Tell the dentist if you feel anything uncomfortable so adjustments can be made.
Aftercare and maintenance
Gums can feel tender and teeth slightly sensitive for a few days. Gentle brushing, warm salt water rinses and avoiding very hot or hard foods usually help recovery.
Healthy gums stay healthy through daily brushing, cleaning between the teeth and regular check-ups. The dentist may suggest follow-up visits to measure healing and confirm that the gums are responding.
A good home routine makes deep cleaning more effective. The dentist or hygienist can demonstrate brushing and interdental cleaning techniques suited to your gums.
Nearby services
Deep cleaning is often the first step in gum care. If the dentist finds more advanced gum disease, additional gum disease treatment can follow.
Routine scaling and polishing, oral hygiene consultation and preventive care help you protect the results over the long term.
Smokers and people with diabetes face a higher risk of gum problems, and the dentist considers these factors in your plan. Honest discussion of your habits and health helps tailor the treatment to your needs.
What to expect at our dental clinic
- 1
Gum assessment
The dentist examines your gums, measures the spaces around the teeth and reviews X-rays.
- 2
Numbing the area
Local anaesthetic is typically given so you remain comfortable during cleaning.
- 3
Scaling below the gum line
Plaque and tartar are removed from the tooth surfaces and roots.
- 4
Root smoothing
Root surfaces are smoothed so the gums can reattach and stay clean.
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Home care and review
You receive brushing advice and a follow-up plan to check healing.
Why choose our dental clinic for dental deep cleaning
Dentist led assessment
A dentist at our dental clinic reviews your teeth, gums and goals before recommending plaque, tartar, gums, enamel, fluoride, sealants and digital X-rays. This careful start keeps every dental deep cleaning plan matched to your needs.
Two convenient dental clinic locations
Choose our Ota dental clinic at Biskotech Plaza off Idiroko for care near Sango Ota, Ifo, Agbara and Abeokuta, or our Magboro dental clinic on Magboro Road for care near Mowe, Ibafo, Arepo and Ojodu. Call 0913 311 8567 to book dental deep cleaning with our dental team.
Benefits of dental deep cleaning at our dental clinic
- Removes hardened tartar
- Reduces gum bleeding and swelling
- Freshens breath
- Treats early gum disease
- Protects teeth from further damage
- Supports long term oral health
Who should visit our dentist for dental deep cleaning
- Patients with bleeding or swollen gums
- People with heavy tartar build up
- Adults with early signs of gum disease
- Anyone with persistent bad breath
