Your Journey to a Radiant Smile and Optimal Oral Health
At our dental clinic, we take a gentle approach to remove these deposits from your tooth surfaces. This eliminates the risk of undisturbed bacterial tartar wreaking irreversible damage. Additionally, we use professional-grade polishing paste to remove stain and micro-plaque, leaving your teeth ultra-smooth and shiny. Since discoloration settles into the enamel of your teeth over time, our polishing helps slow yellowing and offers a glassy surface for better cleansing. Trust us for all your dental care needs.
Regular preventive care is crucial in maintaining optimal dental health. Our patients who commit to such care experience significantly fewer dental emergencies over time. During a professional cleaning with a registered dental hygienist, we take proactive measures to ensure your dental health. Although you may do your best to maintain healthy teeth, mineralized plaque, known as tartar, can still accumulate in certain areas. This tartar becomes a natural habitat for millions of harmful bacteria, which in time can lead to chronic gum problems and eventually tooth loss if left unaddressed.
Why Are Professional Teeth Cleanings Essential?
Professional teeth cleanings do more than just brighten your smile; they are crucial for removing plaque and tartar that can lead to tooth decay and gum disease. Despite diligent brushing and flossing, it’s impossible to eliminate all plaque, especially in hard-to-reach areas. This is where professional cleanings come in.
Plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that forms on your teeth every time you eat or drink. These bacteria convert sugars into acids that can erode tooth enamel, resulting in cavities. If not addressed, plaque can harden into tartar within 24 hours, which can only be removed by a dental professional. Regular cleanings help prevent cavities, gum disease, and other oral health problems, ensuring your smile remains healthy and bright.
Who Needs Professional Teeth Cleanings?
The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends visiting the dentist at least twice a year for routine cleanings and exams. However, if you have a history of gum disease, are prone to cavities, or have chronic health conditions like diabetes or heart disease, you may require more frequent cleanings. Your dentist can provide personalized recommendations based on your oral health needs.
Why Choose Regular Teeth Cleanings
Regular professional teeth cleanings offer numerous benefits for your oral health and overall well-being:
Prevent Cavities: Removing plaque and tartar helps avoid tooth decay and cavities.
Combat Gum Disease: Cleanings reduce the risk of developing gingivitis and more severe gum conditions.
Freshen Breath: Regular cleanings eliminate bad breath caused by bacteria and plaque buildup.
Brighten Your Smile: Cleanings remove surface stains, leaving your teeth looking brighter and whiter.
Early Detection of Oral Health Issues: During cleanings, your dentist can identify potential problems like oral cancer, cavities, and gum disease early, allowing for timely treatment.
The Benefits of Deep Cleaning vs. Regular Cleaning
Deep cleaning, also known as scaling and root planing, addresses tartar and plaque buildup from below the gum line, making it essential for patients with advanced gum disease (periodontitis). This procedure helps eliminate bacteria, reduce inflammation, and prevent further damage to the gums and bone. Regular cleaning focuses on surface plaque and stains above the gum line.