Our general dentist says dental cleanings go a long way when it comes to keeping teeth healthier and looking their best. It is performed to get rid of tartar deposits on teeth which promote tooth decay and gum disease. Tartar is calcified plaque, and brushing does not remove it from teeth surfaces.
Tartar buildup on teeth surfaces gives them a yellow color, and tartar picks up stains and discoloration easier than real teeth. Getting rid of tartar deposits on teeth gets rid of most stains on a person’s teeth. Regular teeth cleanings go along way when it comes to maintaining good oral health.
Our general dentist recommends coming in for a cleaning at least two times a year. People with gum disease might have to get more cleanings than that to help combat their condition. Not getting regular cleanings allows tartar deposits to build up on teeth which negatively affects a person’s dental health. Gum disease has been linked to serious health issues like diabetes and heart disease. Regular cleanings help to prevent and treat it.
Patients who are more prone to tooth decay or gum disease might be asked to come in for teeth cleaning every three months. Two cleanings a year are the minimum, and a dentist will advise their patient if more cleanings are needed.
Good oral hygiene goes a long way when it comes to removing tartar deposits from teeth surfaces. Dentists recommend brushing at least two times a day to remove plaque from teeth before it gets a chance to harden into tartar. Tartar control toothpaste can also help to minimize the buildup of tartar on teeth.
Flossing helps to remove plaque from spaces between teeth, protecting these areas from tartar buildup. A dentist also flosses the patient’s teeth during teeth cleanings.
Teeth cleanings are a non-invasive procedure, and it does not cause pain. Anesthetics are not used during teeth cleanings, so patients are free to drive themselves home afterward. During the treatment, the dentist uses a scaler to remove tartar deposits from teeth surfaces and flosses the spaces between the patient’s teeth. A polish is used afterward to give the patient’s teeth more shine and a fluoride treatment might be performed to protect their teeth from decay.
During the appointment, the dentist will also examine the patient’s mouth looking for developing issues, and they might perform an oral cancer screening. The entire process takes anywhere between 30 minutes to an hour.
Dental cleanings remove tartar deposits from teeth, protecting you against tooth decay and gum disease. It is a non-invasive procedure that does not require the use of any anesthetics so you will be free to return to your regular activities after your treatments. Give us a call or visit our Dallas clinic to set up an appointment for teeth cleaning with our dentist.
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