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Brushing and flossing clean visible areas of teeth, but they cannot remove hardened deposits beneath the gumline. When soft plaque is left behind, it hardens into calculus (tartar), which cannot be removed at home. Professional cleaning prevents gum disease, bad breath, stains, and long-term damage to the teeth and supporting bone.
Calculus is hard yellowish deposit that forms over and between teeth when plaque is not removed on time. Plaque is a soft film of bacteria, food debris, and saliva. Within 24–72 hours, minerals in saliva harden this film into tartar, which firmly adheres to tooth surfaces and the gumline.
Once formed, it cannot be removed by brushing. Attempts to scrape it off at home can injure the gums and worsen infection. Professional cleaning is the only safe way to eliminate these deposits and restore gum health.
How calculus forms:
Neglecting tartar can result in:
Gingivitis (early gum problems)
Gums become red, swollen, and may bleed while brushing.
Periodontitis (advanced gum disease)
Gums may recede and teeth may feel loose if ignored.
Persistent bad breath
Tartar allows bacteria to thrive, causing chronic mouth odour.
Tooth loss risk
Advanced gum disease leads to loosening and eventual loss of teeth.
Scaling (Professional Cleaning)
Removes tartar and plaque from above and below the gumline. Ideal for routine preventive care.
Starting Price
₹1,690
Polishing
Smoothens tooth surfaces after scaling, removes mild stains, and helps prevent new deposits from forming.
Starting Price
₹890
Deep Scaling
Recommended for bleeding gums, deep pockets, or early bone infection. Usually done in multiple visits to restore gum health.
Starting Price
₹2,490
Periodontal Maintenance & Debridement
For advanced gum disease. Specialised cleaning supports long-term gum health and targets recurrent or resistant infections.
Every dental cleaning at Clove is performed by trained dentists and gum specialists for precision and comfort.
Specialised antimicrobial gum therapy for advanced infection includes multiple visits and medication at ₹10,900.
650+ clinics across India, making quality dental cleaning easily accessible.
India’s largest network of 1,300+ dentists, including gum specialists.
India’s largest dental chain with uniform safety and 4-step WHO sterilisation.
Ultrasonic scalers ensure quick, comfortable cleaning.
Standardised rates with no hidden charges.
Offers free check-ups and vouchers for scaling and polishing.
Average rating of 4.9
Good place for dental consultation I personally visited velachery branch for my daughter root cannel. Completely satisfied with their approach treatment and explanation.
I am Ramachandran Nair, from Trivandrum, frequently coming over to Chennai to visit my daughter settled here. Recently I had to consult Clove dental velachey for a correction of tooth filling. DR SriRam attended on me and i felt the entire treatment process most comfortable compared to the dental care treatments done so far. Though young, i found his nature of treatment as of a well experienced dentist, especially perfect treatment with no pain and discomfort. Wishing all the best for his career. I am also glad to add that the hospital set up is superior with respect to hygiene and all the doctors and staff polite and well behaved.
I had a wonderful experience when I had treatment with Clove , Velachery branch. Doctors were assisting in good manner.
I had a fantastic experience at Clove Dental Velachery. Dr. Kavya and Dr. Supraja are exceptional dentists who combine professional expertise with compassion and care.I recently got a filling done, and I'm thrilled with the result. The doctors were extremely kind, gentle, and professional throughout the procedure. Their warm and caring demeanor put me at ease, making the entire experience stress-free. I'm highly satisfied with the treatment and would definitely recommend their clinic to anyone seeking quality dental care. Five stars and a big thank you to Dr. Kavya and Supraja!
Great hospitality!! Painless surgery, knowledge doc especially Dr, vijayalakshmi. Overall wonderful exp, deeply satisfied
Above all is the ambience which I feel with this clinic, unique in their method of treating the patients. This velacherry branch clove dental clinic is best in and around this location. Kudos to the entire team in this branch. I strongly recommend this to clinic to my near and dears.
Teeth cleaning is a preventive procedure that protects your gums, teeth, and overall health. At Clove Dental, treatments start at ₹1,690 and are backed by expert dentists, world-class sterilisation, and and affordable membership plans. Book your cleaning at your nearest Clove clinic, or call 1800-309-3232 to learn more about preventive benefits and free scaling vouchers.
Clove Dental clinics are Available in 27 Indian Cities. Book an appointment at Clove Dental Clinics for the best dental treatments by expert dentists/orthodontists for Clear Aligners / Invisible Braces at a reasonable cost. Select your city below to find the
Clove Dental clinics are Available in 27 Indian Cities. Book an appointment at Clove Dental Clinics for the best dental treatments by expert dentists/orthodontists for Clear Aligners / Invisible Braces at a reasonable cost. Select your city below to find the
