How much i should spend to remove a mild teeth calculus?
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Calculus should be removed at a regular dental cleaning (prophylaxis) appointment. If the calculus is very tenacious or heavy multiple appointments may be needed. Our office charges around 100.00.
Hope that helps!
JAMRDH - a dental hygienist
That means some scraping and digging. Not a HUGE deal, but if you don't have a regular dentist you like and can afford, call around and ask. The fees can vary a great deal. (Ex. One local doc is 2x what my doc charges and isn't as personable.) Don't think it will be too expensive, (not more than $175.00)
it depends where the calculus is.
if it is over the gumline and between the teeth, then it is easy.
this requires a dental prophylaxis or a prophy. or adult cleaning.
if the cleaning is below the gumline and requires more tools and more time, expect to pay more.
some dentists call this scaling and root planing.
keep smilin,
dr. m
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