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What Is a Dental Scaler?
A dental scaler is the tool a dentist uses to scrape the plaque and tartar off of teeth. It’s a metal hand tool with an end shaped like a curved or hooked blade.
It sounds threatening, but it’s actually a super important tool in the dental tool belt. And you can actually get one for your at-home oral hygiene care kit too.
How To Use a Dental Scaler
After you get your scaler, get a feel for what it weighs and how it balances. Then stand in front of a mirror with bright lighting (this will help you see small stains and tartar).
Look very closely at your teeth. Find the visible stains and any tiny debris left over from flossing. Use a dental mirror (which you can also buy online) to see the backs of your teeth.
Once you find a stain, place the tip of the scaler against your tooth at the gumline. Slide the scaler away from the gum line and note any roughness along the surface of the tooth. This will be when the scaler catches on the surface — this could mean you have tartar.
Continue to use this method for scraping every tooth with plaque and tartar buildup. Each tooth your scraped should have a smooth feel to it.
Once you’re done, rinse the scaler and dental mirror under the faucet and wash with soap or some other disinfectant. Dry them off and store them away.
- Professional Quality- The perfect addition to any dental kit. This is a must have item for people who wish to have pearly white smile and great dental hygiene. 6.5 inch scaler, double-sided dental instrument. Stainless Steel
- Removes stains, plaque, and tartar from surface of teeth – The buildup of plaque and tartar on the teeth can lead to gum disease, enamel loss, and tooth decay.
- Helps prevent periodontal disease- Poor oral hygiene can also cause bad breath, tooth decay, and gum disease (gingivitis). Recent research has also uncovered possible associations between gum disease and other health conditions, including pneumonia, dementia, and heart disease.
- Wow your dentist- Can make dentist visits less uncomfortable as the dental hygienist may not need to do as much scraping of your teeth.
- ?For pets too!- Help keep your dog or cat’s teeth clean and healthy between regular dental exams.