When was the last time you visited our team for a routine dental cleaning? We recommend one every few months to control plaque and tartar and help fight issues like tooth decay and periodontal disease. In today’s blog, your Celina, TX, dentist talks about the benefits of our dental and perio cleanings.
The Impact of Plaque and Tartar
When harmful oral bacteria consume the particles of sugar and starch left behind by the foods and drinks we consume, this creates a bacterial byproduct known as plaque. This sticky layer coats the teeth and weakens the outer tooth enamel. Over time, this can also inflame the gum tissues. The result is a higher risk of tooth decay and gum disease, as well as bad breath and teeth stains. While brushing and flossing can limit the severity of plaque buildup, you need a professional cleaning to remove it completely and protect your oral health.
Dental Cleanings
We recommend a dental cleaning every six months for patients of all ages, from two-year-olds to adults and even seniors. If you have high risk factors for periodontal disease, then we may recommend one every three to four months. The procedure involves our team removing all plaque and tartar from the teeth with an ultrasonic scaling device and a manual tool. Using the machine’s gentle vibrations, we can clear away the buildup from your teeth completely. We then polish the teeth to make it more difficult for plaque and tartar to accumulate on the teeth, and to also brighten your smile. At home, you can help limit buildup by brushing twice a day for two minutes when you wake up and then again before bed. You also need to floss every evening.
Perio Cleanings
What if you have gingivitis or the early stages of gum disease? Instead of a traditional dental cleaning, our team will offer a deep cleaning, or perio cleaning, known as a scaling and root planing. This involves using the same tools, but we remove buildup from the teeth, exposed roots, and from beneath the gum line. This is more involved than a traditional one, so we will numb your smile. This could take one visit or as many as four, depending on the severity of your buildup. We then polish the smile afterward and may recommend a traditional one every three to four months.
If you have any questions about how our team will protect your smile by removing harmful buildup, or if you would like to schedule a visit, contact our team.
Schedule Your Visit for Preventive Dentistry
Our team wants to help safeguard your oral health with a preventive visit every few months. To learn more about how we remove harmful buildup, call Celina Family Dentistry in Celina, TX, today at 214-851-0130.
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