Tartar removal as part of a professional dental cleaning
The first step of a professional tooth cleaning, PZR for short, is the mechanical or manual removal of tartar deposits on each tooth. The surfaces of the teeth roughened by the treatment with ultrasound or curettes are smoothed and protected by a polish after the removal so that they do not become sensitive by the treatment. After the treatment, usually sealing fluoride preparations are applied to prevent irritation and help the teeth to recover.In professional dental cleaning, only tartar deposits above the gums are cleaned, whereas a thorough removal of tartar deposits below the gums (concrements) is the task of periodontal treatment. Click here to read the main article: Procedure of a professional dental cleaning
