SK DENTAL
Dental Hygiene SK Dental Žilina

Dental Hygiene and Teeth Whitening

Žilina

About the Service

Dental Hygiene

Dental hygiene is professional teeth cleaning that removes plaque, tartar and pigmentation. It also restores the natural tooth color and improves overall oral health.

Regular dental hygiene helps prevent:

  • tooth decay
  • gum inflammation (gingivitis)
  • periodontitis

The main cause of these diseases is microbial plaque, which must be regularly removed mechanically through proper home hygiene and professional treatment.

Why Is Dental Hygiene Important?

Insufficient oral hygiene most often causes gum inflammation. At first, it appears as:

  • swollen gums
  • sensitivity
  • bleeding while brushing

If left untreated, it can progress to periodontitis, a disease that damages bone and tissues around the tooth. It may result in:

  • bad breath
  • gum recession
  • loosening or even tooth loss

Inflammation in the oral cavity can also affect overall health. It is associated, for example, with diseases such as:

  • diabetes mellitus
  • cardiovascular diseases
  • rheumatoid arthritis
Dental Hygiene Žilina

How Often Should You Have Dental Hygiene?

The recommended interval is once every 6 months. More frequent treatment is recommended for:

  • patients with gum disease
  • patients with increased tooth decay
  • cardiac patients

For higher-risk patients (periodontitis, higher decay risk, cardiovascular disease), we recommend more frequent visits based on individual condition. Treatment length varies, usually 40-60 minutes.

What to Expect

Dental Hygiene Process

Clinical Examination

Examination of teeth, gums and oral hygiene level.

Tartar Removal

Using an ultrasonic device above and below the gumline.

Manual Finishing

Use of special instruments (curettes and scalers) for precise removal of residues.

Airflow Cleaning

Removal of pigmentation and plaque with a fine powder stream, restoring natural tooth color.

Tooth Polishing

After treatment, teeth are smooth and shiny, which slows plaque buildup.

Instruction and Motivation

Individual home-care guidance (toothbrush, interdental brushes, dental floss).

Fluoridation

Strengthening tooth enamel and protection against decay.

Results

A Difference You Will See

One treatment can remove even years of pigmentation and tartar buildup. The result is visible immediately: cleaner, brighter and healthier teeth.

The photo shows the result of dental hygiene treatment for one of our patients. After dental hygiene, the teeth are thoroughly cleaned, free of pigmentation and visibly several shades brighter. A natural, healthier and more radiant smile.

Before and after dental hygiene Žilina
Teeth Whitening

Professional Whitening

At our clinic, we offer professional teeth whitening using the Pure Whitening system. It combines at-home and in-office whitening to achieve a bright smile in just a few weeks.

Whitening includes initial dental hygiene, custom trays, a home whitening kit and professional in-office whitening.

Whitening

Removal of pigmentation using airflow and ultrasound.

Bleaching

Whitening with trays and gels containing carbamide peroxide or hydrogen peroxide.

Professional teeth whitening result
Process

Combined Pure Whitening - Process

  1. 1

    Dental Hygiene

  2. 2

    Impressions and tray fabrication

  3. 3

    At-home whitening (10% carbamide peroxide) - 1 week

  4. 4

    At-home whitening (16% carbamide peroxide) - 1 week

  5. 5

    In-office whitening (1 hour)

  6. 6

    Continued at-home whitening (2-5 days)

Benefits of Combined Whitening

  • combination of home care and professional treatment
  • custom-made trays
  • safe and highly effective process
  • long-lasting result

The whole process takes about 2-3 weeks. A strict white diet is not required, but we recommend limiting strongly staining foods and drinks and brushing after consuming them.

Important Recommendation

Whitening can only be performed on healthy and clean teeth.

For a long-lasting effect we recommend:

  • regular dental hygiene
  • consistent home care (toothbrush, interdental brushes, dental floss)
Have Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I come for dental hygiene?
The optimal interval is once every six months, i.e. two treatments per year. Cardiac patients, patients with higher decay risk or periodontal patients may need more frequent visits.
How long does treatment take?
Treatment usually takes 40 to 60 minutes, depending on tooth condition, amount of tartar and whether it is a first visit or regular appointment.
Is dental hygiene painful?
With healthy gums, treatment is painless or only mildly uncomfortable. If your gums are sensitive or you have more tartar, you may feel slight sensitivity, which quickly fades after treatment.
Can I whiten my teeth if they are not sensitive?
Only healthy and clean teeth can be whitened. Successful whitening requires good dental health, regular dental hygiene and responsible home care.
Do I need to follow a white diet during whitening?
With Pure Whitening, a strict white diet is not necessary. However, we recommend brushing after strongly colored foods and drinks for the best result.