The treatment works by using two techniques. One includes the drafting of an abrasive polishing paste on the teeth, which is customized according to the needs of each patient. The coarse paste effectively removes surface stains while the finer one refines the polishing. The airflow technique involves using a jet of air, water, and bicarbonate under pressure, to clean the teeth and effectively eliminate enamel stains deeply.

The treatment has a pronounced cosmetic effect of a brighter smile; however, the benefits of polishing go beyond just good looks. The buildup of plaque and tartar is removed, and there are fewer chances of getting dental caries.

The treatment has the following advantages:

• It creates a smooth tooth surface, thus reducing the possibility of retaining plaque, tartar, and stains
• Removes external stains, those caused by smoking or poor oral hygiene
• It improves the absorption of fluoride, a substance that strengthens the dental enamel
• It is entirely painless

The best candidate for the treatment is someone having the following conditions:

• In the first few days following the treatment, your gums might bleed sometimes, and that will eventually go away on its own. At the visits after the treatment, the dentist will examine the progress of healing and observe if there is a reduction in the size of gaps.
• If no difference in size is noticed and the gap is more significant than 3 mm, additional treatment may also be needed.
• If you are looking to prevent further deterioration of the condition, you need to have a long-term collaboration with your dentist, and you must maintain good oral hygiene. If you do not take the necessary actions, the disease will progress into a worse condition that will require surgery.