Remove deposits
Professional cleaning removes plaque and hardened deposits where indicated.
General dentistry
Healthier gums start with the right care.
Bleeding gums, deposits or concerns about your breath? Discuss professional cleaning and a home-care routine suited to your gum health.
A consultation to understand your options. A decision at your pace.
What treatment can help with
What this could mean for you.
Your treatment plan is based on your examination and goals.
Start with your concern
Start with what you have noticed.
You do not need to know the name of a treatment before asking about your teeth.
Gums that bleed
Bleeding with brushing or eating should be checked rather than treated as normal.
Deposits around teeth
Ask what the deposits are and whether professional removal is indicated.
Persistent bad breath
There can be different causes. Discuss the problem as part of a dental assessment.
Difficult cleaning areas
Crowding, dental work or limited access can make personalised cleaning advice useful.
From your first visit onwards
How treatment is planned at Grin & Brace.
- 01
Discuss your concerns
Explain bleeding, tenderness, relevant health conditions and your current routine.
- 02
Examine the gums
Assessment helps identify the extent of the problem and what additional information is needed.
- 03
Agree appropriate care
Discuss the recommended cleaning or treatment and what to expect during and after it.
- 04
Review your progress
Arrange an individual follow-up interval and adapt your home routine with professional guidance.
Your dental team
Dr. Smruti Khimsurya
B.D.S. · General practitioner
Care is planned with the relevant member of the dental team.
General dental assessment, cleaning and care for your everyday oral health.
Meet the teamWHY GRIN & BRACE
A clear starting point, close to home.
Understanding the treatment
Cleaning is part of a wider gum assessment
Plaque is a bacterial film that forms on teeth. Accumulation can contribute to gum inflammation and decay. Professional cleaning removes deposits where indicated, but the assessment should also consider gum health and the cleaning routine you can maintain at home.
A scale and polish is not the same as whitening, and one visit cannot replace continuing care. Ask what the dentist has found, whether deeper treatment is needed and which habits or tools would make a practical difference for your mouth.
Understanding the treatmentCleaning is part of a wider gum assessment
Understanding the treatment
Cleaning is part of a wider gum assessment
Plaque is a bacterial film that forms on teeth. Accumulation can contribute to gum inflammation and decay. Professional cleaning removes deposits where indicated, but the assessment should also consider gum health and the cleaning routine you can maintain at home.
A scale and polish is not the same as whitening, and one visit cannot replace continuing care. Ask what the dentist has found, whether deeper treatment is needed and which habits or tools would make a practical difference for your mouth.
Discuss your options
Match care to the gum findings
Your examination helps us recommend the options that suit you.
Discuss your optionsMatch care to the gum findings
Discuss your options
Match care to the gum findings
Your examination helps us recommend the options that suit you.
Living with treatment
The work between appointments matters
Brush all surfaces
Use fluoride toothpaste and clean thoroughly twice daily. Ask for help with difficult areas.
Clean between teeth
Discuss floss or appropriately sized interdental brushes and learn a method you can use consistently.
Keep reviews personal
Review intervals depend on oral health. Report ongoing bleeding or discomfort rather than waiting automatically.
Living with treatmentThe work between appointments matters
Living with treatment
The work between appointments matters
Brush all surfaces
Use fluoride toothpaste and clean thoroughly twice daily. Ask for help with difficult areas.
Clean between teeth
Discuss floss or appropriately sized interdental brushes and learn a method you can use consistently.
Keep reviews personal
Review intervals depend on oral health. Report ongoing bleeding or discomfort rather than waiting automatically.
Your questions
A little more clarity
before your visit.
These answers are a starting point. Your consultation is where we discuss your individual situation.
Should I stop brushing if my gums bleed?
Arrange an assessment and ask how to clean the area appropriately. Bleeding can be a sign of gum disease.
Is cleaning the same as whitening?
No. Professional cleaning and tooth whitening are different procedures with different purposes.
How often do I need professional cleaning?
There is no single interval for everyone. Follow an individual recommendation based on gum health and risk.
Do I need mouthwash?
Ask whether it has a role for you. It does not replace brushing or cleaning between teeth.
Can loose teeth be fixed with a polish?
Loose teeth need prompt assessment. A routine polish alone may not address the underlying problem.
Are there any risks or limitations?
Cleaning may cause temporary tenderness or sensitivity. The condition of the gums affects the treatment needed and the response. Gum disease can damage supporting tissues; continuing symptoms need review. Professional cleaning alone does not remove the need for daily plaque control.
Your next step
Let’s talk about
your teeth.
Request an appointment from Grin & Brace to discuss arranging a dental consultation in Shela, Ahmedabad.
Prefer to speak to the clinic?
+91 93164 52768 ↗VISIT GRIN & BRACE
In Shela.
Here for your questions.
Find the clinic
C-231, Swati Trinity,
Applewoods Township,
Nr. Shantipura Circle, Shela,
Ahmedabad – 380054
Opening hours
Monday–Saturday
10:30 AM–7:30 PM
Sunday: by appointment
General patient information; treatment recommendations depend on a clinical examination.