Some areas of your mouth are inaccessible to brushing and lead to plaque accumulation. Improper brushing technique can make this plaque harden over a period of time which can only be removed by a professional. This plaque is the main cause of caries as well as gum disease and causes oral malodor (Bad breath). Visit your dentist regularly for periodic scaling and polishing. Once in 6-8 months is advisable in most cases or more frequently in case of existing gum problems. check the results of  professional scaling in our gallery section.