Assured Dental Care is a dental clinic in Andheri West, Mumbai, where teeth cleaning and scaling removes the plaque and the hard tartar that brushing at home cannot remove. Plaque is a soft film of bacteria that builds up on teeth every day. If it is not removed it hardens into tartar, which irritates the gums and can lead to bleeding, bad breath and gum disease. A professional clean removes these deposits and polishes the teeth.
Your care is led by Dr. Shreya Shah, Chief Dentist, who checks your teeth and gums at the same visit and tells you what she finds. If you are looking for a dentist in Andheri West for a scale and polish, the first step is an examination, followed by a clear explanation of how often you need cleaning and how to look after your teeth at home.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Shreya Shah, Chief Dentist. Last reviewed 9 October 2026. Registered with the Maharashtra State Dental Council (registration A 30472, 2015). Dr. Shah is also the treating dentist at this clinic.
Teeth cleaning and scaling at Assured Dental Care in Andheri West, Mumbai removes plaque and hard tartar from the teeth and just under the gum line, then polishes the surfaces. Dr. Shreya Shah checks your gums at the same visit. A routine clean is usually one visit.
Examination and cleaning can often be planned together, subject to availability.
Deposits that brushing cannot remove are cleaned from the teeth and just under the gum line.
Bleeding or swollen gums are looked at, so that gum disease is found early.
Teeth cleaning and scaling is a professional clean. Scaling removes plaque and tartar from the tooth surfaces and just under the gum line using hand instruments and a scaler. Polishing then smooths the teeth and removes surface stains. Plaque is a sticky film of bacteria. When it stays on the teeth it hardens into tartar, which cannot be brushed off.2
Plaque and tartar irritate the gums, which become red, swollen and bleed when you brush. This early stage is called gingivitis, and it can be reversed with good cleaning. If it is not treated, it can progress to gum disease that damages the bone around the teeth, covered on our periodontal treatment page. Plaque also causes tooth decay.1
Most people need professional cleaning from time to time, even if they brush well, because some places are hard to reach. If your gums bleed or you have bad breath that does not go away, an examination shows whether you need a clean or gum treatment.
Cleaning removes what brushing cannot, and it gives your gums the chance to recover.
Dr. Shreya Shah decides this after an examination. These are the general patterns.
If gum disease is present, deeper cleaning and further gum treatment may follow. If stains bother you, teeth whitening can be discussed after a clean. If decay is found, a filling may be needed.
A clean helps most people, and an examination shows whether you also need further gum care.
The right level of cleaning depends on the health of your gums. Dr. Shah explains which one you need.
Plaque and tartar are removed above and just below the gum line, and the teeth are polished. It suits people with healthy or mildly inflamed gums.
Usually 1 visitIf the gums are inflamed, the clean is followed by advice on home care and a review. Inflammation usually settles over a few weeks with good cleaning.
1 visit and a reviewWhere gum disease has formed pockets around the teeth, deeper cleaning of the root surfaces is done over one or more visits, often with local anaesthetic.
1 or more visits| Compare | Routine scale and polish | Cleaning with gum care | Deep cleaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Who it suits | Healthy or mildly inflamed gums | Inflamed, bleeding gums | Gum disease with pockets |
| Numbing | Usually not needed | Sometimes | Often |
| Typical visits | One | One and a review | One or more |
| Goal | Remove deposits and stain | Calm inflammation | Clean below the gum and help gums heal |
| Follow-up | Regular cleaning | Review of the gums | Review and maintenance visits |
The type of cleaning follows the state of your gums, and we explain which you need.
A routine clean is usually one visit. A deeper clean takes more time. Your plan may differ.
Cleaning is only part of the care, and the advice on home cleaning keeps the result going.
Dr. Shah looks at your teeth and gums, checks for bleeding, deposits, decay and loose teeth, and asks about your brushing and cleaning habits.
If your gums are inflamed, the space between the tooth and gum may be measured with a fine probe. This shows whether you have gingivitis or gum disease.
Plaque and tartar are removed from the visible parts of the teeth with a scaler that vibrates and sprays water, and with hand instruments.
Deposits that sit just under the gum edge are removed carefully, because this is where inflammation starts. Gums can feel tender and may bleed a little.
A soft rubber cup and polishing paste smooth the tooth surfaces and remove surface stains, which makes plaque stick less.
The mouth is rinsed, and the teeth and gums are checked again. Any sensitive spots or signs of decay are noted.
You are shown how to brush and how to clean between your teeth with floss or interdental brushes, based on what your mouth needs.
The next visit is planned according to your gums. People with gum disease need regular maintenance visits, and others need a clean once or twice a year.
Cost depends on your evaluation. Teeth cleaning is planned for each mouth, so no single figure fits everyone.
Two people can need very different cleaning. After the examination, Dr. Shreya Shah explains the stages, and the cost of each stage is discussed before you decide to go ahead.
Call 08806796696 or message us on WhatsApp. If you have trouble breathing or swallowing, or swelling is spreading to your eye or neck, go to a hospital emergency department. For other urgent problems, see dental emergency treatment.
Most gum problems are easier to treat when they are found early.
A clean is a low-risk treatment, and we adjust it to the health of your gums and your general health.
Your first visit starts with an examination, so the clean suits your gums. Cleaning can often be done at the same visit, subject to availability.
Bring a list of the medicines you take, and tell us about heart conditions, diabetes, blood thinners and allergies. Brush as usual before you come. If your gums are very tender, tell us, and we can plan numbing.
Call 08806796696 to book.
Examination at every cleanAdvice for home careReferral when needed
Dr. Shah explains what she finds in plain language and shows you how to look after your teeth and gums, and you decide at your own pace. If you are anxious about dental treatment, tell us at the start and we will go at a pace that suits you.
Teeth and gums are checked at each clean, so decay and gum disease are found early and explained to you.
If your gums bleed, Dr. Shah explains why, what it means and what will help, without alarming language.
You are shown how to brush and clean between your teeth in a way that suits your mouth, and how often to return.
If a case needs training beyond what is available, Dr. Shah says so and arranges coordinated care with a suitably trained clinician.
These are patient reviews of the clinic and Dr. Shah, copied word for word from the clinic’s Google Business Profile. They describe the experience of visiting the clinic and are not evidence of how any treatment will turn out for you.
“I had a very good experience at this dental clinic, did the cleaning. The dentist was professional, and explained clearly, the staff were friendly and helpful , and the clinic was clean and well- maintained.”
“Hi....it was a very good experience Doctor and staff is very professional and very attentive Thankful for easy process and excellent care”
“Dr. Shreya is really friendly and welcoming, she keeps helps you stay comfortable throughout the procedures”
“Outstanding service from start to finish. The staff is warm and courteous, and Dr Shreya is honest, skilled, and efficient.”
“I have been going to Dr Shreya since the past 7years for my dental treatment and that speaks volumes.I don’t mind travelling a little extra just to get treated by her.She is the most genuine dentist around.”
Assured Dental Care is a dental clinic in Andheri West, Mumbai, next to Lallubhai Park in Parsi Colony. You can book a teeth cleaning visit with Dr. Shreya Shah by phone or WhatsApp. The map shows the exact location of the clinic. If your problem is urgent, please call before you travel so that we can arrange the earliest visit available. Please bring any earlier reports.
Straight answers to what patients ask before they book. If your question is not here, call or message us.
Teeth cleaning and scaling is planned for each mouth, so the cost is given only after your evaluation. It depends on how much plaque and tartar there is, whether the gums are inflamed, whether cleaning is needed below the gum line, the number of visits, and the examination and X-rays that come with it. After the examination, Dr. Shreya Shah explains the plan and the cost of each stage before you decide.
Scaling removes hard deposits called tartar, and soft plaque, from the teeth and just under the gum line. Polishing smooths the tooth surfaces and removes surface stains, which makes it harder for plaque to stick. They are usually done at the same visit.
Cleaning should not hurt, although tender or inflamed gums can feel sore and sensitive teeth can feel cold or tingling. Tell us if you are uncomfortable. We can go gently, and we can numb the area if your gums are very tender or if deeper cleaning is needed.
Gums that are inflamed by plaque and tartar bleed easily, and they can bleed after cleaning for a day or two. This usually settles as the gums heal. If bleeding carries on, or if your gums bled before cleaning, tell us, because it can be a sign of gum disease that needs treatment.
It depends on your mouth. Some people need cleaning once or twice a year, and people with gum disease may need it more often. Dr. Shah tells you how often is right for you after an examination.
Scaling does not loosen healthy teeth. If tartar has been holding inflamed gum away from the tooth, the gum can shrink as it heals and the spaces between teeth can look larger. This shows how much swelling there was, and it is a sign that the gums are healthier.
Deep cleaning, also called root planing, cleans the root surfaces below the gum line in people who have gum disease with pockets around the teeth. It is done over one or more visits, often with local anaesthetic. It is covered on our periodontal treatment page.
Brush twice a day for two minutes with fluoride toothpaste, clean between your teeth every day with floss or interdental brushes, and cut down on sugary food and drink. Cleaning visits remove what brushing cannot, but daily care keeps your teeth and gums healthy in between.
If your gums bleed, your teeth feel rough or it has been a long time since your last clean, an examination and a scale and polish are a good place to start. Call or message us during clinic hours and we will confirm a time with you.
Monday to Saturday, 10:00 AM to 7:30 PM.
Read this if your gums are swollen, bleeding or have started to pull away.
Read this if cleaning shows that gum disease has reached the bone.
Read this if you want to lighten the colour of your teeth after a clean.
See all dental treatments at Assured Dental Care, or read about our general dentist in Andheri West.
Written and reviewed by: Dr. Shreya Shah, Chief Dentist, Maharashtra State Dental Council registration A 30472. Last reviewed 9 October 2026. Dr. Shah is also the clinic’s treating dentist, and this page describes treatment that Assured Dental Care provides.
On the review date, Dr. Shah read the whole page and checked each clinical statement, timeline and warning sign against the sources listed below. The page is next reviewed within six months, and sooner if a source or the clinic’s process changes. To report an error, call or message the clinic using the details above.
This page is general information for patients. It is not a diagnosis or a substitute for an examination by a dentist. Treatment, timelines and outcomes vary from person to person.
