Teeth Cleaning and Teeth Bleaching (Whitening) serve different purposes, even though both improve your smile. Here’s a clear comparison:
🦷 Teeth Cleaning (Scaling & Polishing)
Purpose:
To maintain oral health by removing plaque, tartar, and bacteria.
What it does:
Removes plaque and hardened tartar (calculus)
Polishes teeth to remove surface stains
Helps prevent gum disease, cavities, and bad breath
Color change:
Teeth return to their natural color (not whiter than normal)
How often:
Every 6 months (or as advised by a dentist)
Who needs it:
Everyone, regardless of tooth color
✨ Teeth Bleaching (Whitening)
Purpose:
To improve tooth color for cosmetic reasons.
What it does:
Uses bleaching agents (e.g., hydrogen or carbamide peroxide)
Lightens teeth by breaking down deep stains inside the enamel
Color change:
Teeth become several shades whiter than their natural color
How often:
Occasionally, depending on staining and dentist advice
