Dental Hygienist in Jerusalem - Professional Dental Cleaning

Professional cleaning for healthier teeth and gums

After a professional dental cleaning, your teeth can feel smoother and your mouth fresher. But dental hygiene is about more than a clean feeling: it is an important part of looking after your oral health over time.

Even careful brushing at home cannot remove hardened calculus (tartar). A dental hygienist helps remove this build-up, care for your gums and support the daily habits that keep your mouth healthy.

At Kurer Jackson Dental Office in Jerusalem, dental hygiene is part of our preventive approach. We aim to help you maintain healthy teeth and gums, rather than only treating problems once they appear.

Arrange a dental hygiene appointment
Call 02-625-0870 or contact our reception team.

What happens during a visit?  |  Care between visits  |  Common questions

Why professional dental cleaning matters

Professional cleaning removes plaque, calculus and surface stains from the teeth and along the gum line, including areas that can be difficult to reach at home.

Plaque can harden into calculus that a toothbrush cannot remove. Build-up allows bacteria to accumulate and can contribute to gum inflammation, cavities, receding gums and persistent bad breath (halitosis).

Regular hygiene visits are an opportunity to care for your teeth and gums before pain, bleeding or sensitivity develops.

What to expect during your visit

We use ultrasonic scaling technology to break down and remove calculus, with attention to your comfort throughout the appointment.

• Scaling: Removal of hardened deposits from the teeth and around the gum line.
• Polishing: Smoothing and cleaning the tooth surfaces to help remove stains and make it harder for plaque to reattach.
• Gum health check: The hygienist checks your gums and looks for signs that may need a dentist’s attention.
• Fluoride treatment when appropriate: In specific cases, we offer a professional fluoride gel application at no extra cost. This can benefit patients with sensitivity to heat or cold, a high risk of cavities or receding gums.

How fluoride can help

Fluoride strengthens tooth enamel, helps protect against decay and sensitivity, and supports remineralization, the replacement of minerals in weakened areas of a tooth.

Looking after your teeth between visits

A consistent home-care routine supports the results of professional cleaning:

• Replace your toothbrush or electric toothbrush head every three months.
• Use dental floss or interdental brushes to clean between your teeth.
• Use mouthwash as a supplement to brushing, not a replacement.
• Gently clean your tongue to help reduce bacteria and bad breath.

Practical, personal guidance at K&J

We take time to help you build a routine that works for you, from choosing a suitable toothbrush to demonstrating flossing techniques.

Prevention starts early. From age five, we help children develop habits that reduce the risk of cavities and tooth loss later in life. We also adapt hygiene care for patients with chronic illnesses or particular sensitivities, recognising the connection between oral health and overall health.

Frequently asked questions