Dental Cleanning

The simple routine that keeps your teeth and gums healthy Your teeth are under attack within

minutes of eating. Routine dental cleanings help remove harmful bacteria from the surfaces of

your teeth and gums. Keep your teeth and gums healthy. Dental cleanings two times per year

(every six months) can help prevent cavities and costly dental treatment. Support your daily

brushing and flossing with this essential in-office procedure. Your dental cleaning supports your

routine, at-home dental care. The in-office procedures effectively treat the hard-to-reach areas

of your mouth, teeth, and gums. Routine, professional dental cleanings help prevent periodontal

(gum) disease. Cleaning your teeth removes the harmful oral plaque and tartar that harbor

decay-causing bacteria. A simple procedure Scaling removes the tartar build-up from the

surfaces of your teeth. Your hygienist will manually scale your teeth by gently scraping the

tartar deposits away or use an ultrasonic scaler that removes larger deposits with gentle

vibrations and a stream of water. Polishing uses a safe, abrasive paste to remove stains from

your teeth’s surfaces. Smoothing your tooth surfaces helps prevent plaque and tartar build-up

on your teeth. Fluoride is recommended to strengthen your tooth enamel against tooth decay.

The treatment is applied at the completion of your teeth cleaning and is available as a gel, foam,

rinse, or topical varnish that’s brushed on.