Painful, sensitive scaling — are you feeling anxious about it?Airflow scaling

Many people know they should get a scaling, but have put it off because the sound and vibration when instruments touch the teeth feel uncomfortable.

Airflow scaling is a method of cleaning the tooth surface by spraying water, air, and fine powder instead of scraping with instruments.

What is Airflow scaling?

Biofilm (a bacterial film) that is hard to see and stains caused by coffee, tea, and smoking build up on the tooth surface.
Air Flow manages the tooth surface cleanly by spraying a mixture of fine powder, water, and air.

Unlike traditional scaling, because the process of instruments directly contacting the teeth is minimized,
the sound and vibration felt during the procedure are less than with regular scaling.
Hard-to-reach areas for a toothbrush, such as between teeth or the gumline, can also be carefully managed.

Difference from regular scaling

Regular scaling removes hardened tartar with instruments, whereas
Air Flow is mainly used to clean surface stains and biofilm.
Since the appropriate method varies depending on oral condition, we will advise after diagnosis whether Air Flow alone is sufficient or whether regular scaling or gum treatment is also needed.


■ Recommended for

· People who feel burdened by the sound and vibration of scaling

· People concerned about stains from coffee, tea, or smoking

· People wearing orthodontic appliances or prosthetics (decided after diagnosis depending on type)

· People who have not had scaling for a long time (performed in stages depending on condition)

■ Scheduling around your visit to Korea

YANGJIBARUN (Yangjibareun Dental Clinic) will coordinate your treatment schedule as much as possible to fit your stay in Seoul.
We first check your oral condition, gums, and amount of tartar before treatment, and plan together the scope of treatment possible within your stay.
For those who feel burdened by dental treatment, we adjust the pace and scope of care, and if you have any concerns, please let us know before treatment so we can accommodate them.

■ Please check before treatment

· If there is gum inflammation, temporary sensitivity or discomfort may occur during or after the procedure.

· Depending on general health conditions such as respiratory disease, kidney disease, or following a low-sodium diet, the powder used may differ or the procedure may be limited.

· If you are pregnant or taking medication, please inform us before treatment.

· The scope and results may vary depending on individual oral condition.

■ Frequently asked questions

Q. Is it painless?
A. It produces less sound and vibration compared to scraping with instruments.
However, the level of sensation varies depending on gum condition and the individual; if the gums are inflamed, sensitivity may be felt.

Q. Will my teeth become whiter?
A. It is a treatment that cleans extrinsic stains on the tooth surface, and differs from whitening treatments that change the color of the teeth themselves.
Results vary depending on the degree and cause of staining.

Q. Can I get it during orthodontic treatment?
A. In most cases it can be done.

Q. How often should I get it done?
A. The recommended interval varies depending on gum condition, degree of staining, and lifestyle habits; we will advise an interval suited to you during your examination.

■ Directions
5th and 6th floors, Yangjibareun Dental Building, 118 Bangbae-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul; Exit 4, Bangbae Station (Line 2) · Exit 2, Naebang Station (Line 7)
· Parking available Weekdays 10:00–18:00 / Saturday 10:00–15:00 (Lunch 13:00–14:00)