Why Dental Cleanings Are Essential

While keeping your teeth and gums clean by brushing and flossing regularly helps maintain your oral health, regular dental cleanings allow your dentist to examine what’s going on with your teeth, allowing cavities and gingivitis to be treated before they become a more severe problem. It is ideal to schedule a dental cleaning appointment every six months to ensure you can keep your teeth and gums in tip-top shape and also avoid developing major dental issues.

Benefits of Dental Cleanings

• Oral cancer kills one person every hour in the United States, but many of these cancers can be treated if caught early enough during routine cleanings.
• Most minor stains that dull and discolor your teeth can be removed by your dental hygienist, leaving you with a brighter, whiter smile.
• Having your teeth professionally cleaned by one of our Tamarac dentists or Plantation dentists can help you avoid gum disease, which can lead to tooth loss.
• Tooth fractures or damaged fillings can often be detected during a teeth cleaning session, leading to early treatment. 

What To Expect During a Dental Cleaning

Before totally removing all plaque by scraping or scaling your teeth, your hygienist will carefully analyze the state of your teeth and gums. They will meticulously polish your teeth, resulting in smoother surfaces that make bacteria less likely to stick to your teeth. Because polishing your teeth removes some surface stains, it can be a great, simple way to restore some of your teeth’ natural color. They will also look a little brighter afterward, and you should have a pleasant, fresh breath. In addition, and as part of your hygiene check-up, You can get an oral cancer screening which is a short and non-invasive inspection of the interior of your mouth.

At Smile Every Dentistry, our patient’s oral health is our top priority. For this reason, we offer a variety of services for adults and children alike to help give you a smile you deserve. Contact us today and book your next appointment with our Tamarac dentists or Plantation dentists. 

January 25, 2022