Other foods to steer clear of before a cleaning are anything sugary or starchy (they break down into acids that feed bacteria ...

For years, dentists have insisted that a traditional scale and polish is an essential part of proper oral hygiene. But the often costly service may be unnecessary for those with good teeth after ...

A dentist, Dr Lekan Adeyanju, on Tuesday advised people to go for regular scaling and polishing of their teeth to prevent gum diseases and tooth decay. Adeyanju, who works with the Omega Dental ...