Does tooth deep cleaning hurt?

Tooth deep cleaning can hurt. The level of pain varies based on the patient, overall dental health and how deep the tooth cleaning must go. Dentists provide patients different options to numb the area and prevent major discomfort, such as an injection or topical anesthetic gel.

Tooth deep cleaning is separate from a standard cleaning, and it is often necessary when bacteria causes periodontal pockets. Deep cleaning reduces bacteria and cleans the infected area in order to allow for healing. A deep cleaning can remove any infected tooth structure, along with plaque and tartar deposits which form underneath the gums.