Plaque and tartar: the difference
Plaque is a bacterial film that forms on teeth. When it mineralises, it becomes tartar. Daily cleaning helps control plaque; established tartar requires professional cleaning.
GUM HEALTH · HORIZON CENTER
Dental scaling.
Professional cleaning · Removing tartar and supporting daily oral care.
Tartar is a hard deposit that ordinary brushing cannot remove. At Horizon Center in Casablanca, Dr Houda Agunaou assesses deposits and gum health before recommending appropriate scaling. The appointment also provides an opportunity to review cleaning techniques and determine whether further care is needed.
YOUR DENTIST
Dr Houda Agunaou
At Horizon Center, Dr Houda Agunaou examines your gums and explains the proposed care. Your consultation is an opportunity to discuss discomfort, expectations and the stages of your proposed care.
YOUR TREATMENT JOURNEY
A full assessment,
clearly explained steps.
Assessment and reviews take place at the practice, which you can explore before your visit.
Examining before cleaning
Report bleeding, pain or sensitivity, along with medication and medical history. Your dentist examines teeth and gums to clarify the proposed care. Deeper disease affecting supporting tissues may require further assessment and treatment.
Removing deposits carefully
Cleaning is carried out in the identified areas. Mention sensitivity and agree on a signal if you need a pause. Ask what the session involves, how comfort will be managed and whether care needs to be spread over several appointments.
Reviewing care and planning follow-up
After treatment, ask for instructions suited to your mouth and the recommended review interval. Sensitivity can occur following cleaning. Contact the practice for a check if it persists, increases or causes difficulty.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Preparing your decision,
asking your questions.
How often should I have scaling?
Frequency depends on tartar accumulation, gum health and individual needs. Ask for a personalised interval after examination. The same schedule for everyone cannot replace clinical assessment.
Does scaling whiten teeth?
It removes deposits, and cleaning may reduce some surface staining. It does not change the internal shade of teeth as a whitening treatment does. If appearance is your main concern, discuss the different options with your dentist.
Is it painful?
Sensations vary with tooth sensitivity and gum health. Mention concerns before treatment so comfort and pauses can be discussed. Report discomfort after the appointment if it persists or increases.
Can I remove tartar myself?
Hardened tartar requires professional cleaning. Avoid scraping teeth with instruments bought for this purpose. Instead, ask how to improve daily cleaning to limit new deposits.
Is scaling enough if my gums bleed?
Not always. Bleeding requires examination. Depending on the findings, oral hygiene advice, deeper cleaning below the gums or other care may be recommended. Scaling is not a universal treatment for every periodontal condition.
How much does scaling cost in Casablanca?
The fee depends on the care needed and its extent. Ask what is included and whether additional appointments are expected. To see Dr Houda Agunaou at Horizon Center, City Office CFC, office A6, call 06 64 52 32 41 or use WhatsApp.
Illustrative scaling scene adapted to the practice setting, with a fictional patient.
References: SDCEP — Professional cleaning · NIDCR — Oral hygiene
CONTACT & DIRECTIONS
Let’s make time
for your smile.
To request an appointment or ask a question, please call the practice.
06 64 52 32 41 ↗City Office CFC building, 15 LT CTM1st floor, office A6
Boulevard Yacoub El Mansour, Casablanca 20100
Behind Marjane Anfa Park, on the Busway CIL station side.
Get directions ↗Opening hours
- Monday to Friday
- 09:00 – 18:00
- Saturday
- 09:00 – 14:00
- Sunday
- Closed
Please call the practice to request an appointment.
