This is a procedure carried out by our dental hygienist (also known as AIRFLOW polishing) which aims to remove most if not all of the superficial stains on your teeth, giving them a brighter appearance. It is a more cost effective alternative to tooth whitening but can still yield good results, particularly if your teeth are very stained. Stains can build up from certain food stuffs, coffee, tea, red wine and excessive use of Chlorhexidine mouthwash. Smoking is well known also stain your teeth.