Professional polishing removes plaque, tartar, and stain from the teeth. It is a cosmetic procedure that removes surface stains on the crown part of the tooth or above the gumline so they will look and feel cleaner.  

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However, this procedure is not a procedure that cleans infected, diseased gum tissue and root surfaces. This is only a superficial cleaning and will not eliminate disease or get it under control. 

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Cleaning teeth which is professionally called Scaling is the regular removal of stains and tartar from the tooth surface. Bleaching is otherwise called tooth whitening is a procedure done to improve the whiteness of the teeth and make it look batter cosmetically.