Tartar is a mixture of bacteria, proteins, and various food debris. When it accumulates over time, it becomes a sticky film called plaque. When plaque combines with minerals and saliva, it hardens and forms deposits that resemble stones, attaching to the gaps and edges of the teeth, where bacteria reside.
Besides the problem of tartar, which requires scaling by a dentist, nowadays we have… equipment that helps clean dental stains using the power of water, air, and special abrasive powder with tiny particles sprayed onto the tooth surface and between teeth to remove stains and discoloration caused by food or drinks. The pressure level is designed to remove stains without damaging the enamel and can also help prevent gingivitis. This is called Air Flow treatment or dental spa.
Benefits and advantages of Air Flow treatment or dental spa
- Whiter and cleaner teeth
- Effectively removes stubborn stains
- Helps reduce bad breath and cigarette odor
- Convenient, fast, safe, and painless
- Can remove microbial plaque that causes gum disease and tooth decay
Who is Air Flow Dental Spa suitable for and what dental health conditions?
- Those who want a brighter smile and cleaner teeth
- Those with tea, coffee, or cigarette stains on their teeth
- Those with braces who find brushing difficult and often have plaque buildup
- Those with fixed dentures or dental implants
- Those at risk of periodontal disease
- Those who care about oral health
Cleaning teeth with Air Flow or dental spa should be done alongside dental check-ups and scaling, or in cases where teeth whitening is desired to achieve a clearer tooth color after whitening. Cleaning teeth with the Air Flow device takes a short time, is painless, and effective. Normally, people who maintain dental health should visit the dentist for check-ups and cleaning every 6 months and can consult the dentist for dental spa treatment as well.
Dr. Angkoon Prachyanusorn
Dentist, Dental Center
Phyathai 3 Hospital
