🦷 "Scaling loosens teeth"

🦷 "Scaling loosens teeth" — Myth Buster #4

Myth Busted: “Scaling Will Loosen My Teeth!”

Shree Jayam Oral & Dental Clinic, Ambattur, Chennai

Many patients hesitate when we recommend scaling (professional teeth cleaning), fearing that it might loosen their teeth. It’s time to set the record straight!

❌ The Myth:

> "Doctor, after scaling, my teeth will become loose."

✅ The Truth:

Scaling does NOT loosen healthy teeth.

If your teeth feel loose after a cleaning, it’s usually because they were already being held tightly by tartar and plaque, not healthy bone.

🦠 What Actually Happens

Plaque and tartar build up around the teeth and gums.

This causes inflammation (gingivitis) and bone loss (periodontitis) over time.

Tartar can act like a fake “support” structure.

Once we remove the tartar, the real condition of your gums and bone is revealed.

So, if your teeth feel shaky after scaling, it’s because: 👉 The gums were already infected

👉 Bone support has already reduced

👉 The tartar was artificially "holding" things in place

Scaling simply removes the enemy — it doesn't cause the damage.

💡 Why You Should Still Do It

Prevents gum disease

Removes stains and bad breath

Keeps your teeth longer by reducing bone loss

Helps us detect early problems

🛡️ Scaling Is Preventive — Not Harmful

Just like a car needs regular service to run smoothly, your teeth need professional care. Skipping cleaning leads to bigger problems — infections, pain, and even tooth loss.

👩‍⚕️ At Shree Jayam Oral & Dental Clinic:

We use gentle ultrasonic scalers with advanced tools for painless, thorough cleaning.

Your comfort, safety, and smile are our priority.

📍 21/2, Devarajulu Street, Venkatapuram, Ambattur, Chennai – 600053

📞 Call: 9150990462 / 7550090462

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About the doctor

About Dr. R.J. Vijayashree, M.D.S. Founder & Chief Dental Surgeon – Shree Jayam Oral and Dental Clinic, Ambattur, Chennai Dr. R.J. Vijayashree is a highly accomplished Dental Surgeon and Oral Pathologist with over 14 years of clinical and academic experience. She founded Shree Jayam Oral and Dental Clinic with a clear vision: to offer affordable, hygienic, and personalized dental care without compromising on quality or compassion. What began as a sincere pursuit of excellence in dentistry has grown into a trusted clinic known for ethical practice, transparency, and comprehensive dental solutions. 🎓 Academic Excellence & Awards University First Rank in M.D.S. with the Dr. B. Sivapathasundharam Gold Medal – a prestigious recognition of academic distinction. Recipient of the IDA Molaris Award twice for Best Academician . Honoured with the Best Paper Award at Microsummit 2024 , an International research conference. Recognized with multiple research contribution awa...

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