One of the most essential services you can receive from a dentist is teeth cleaning. You may think that you are getting the job done with a regular brushing and flossing. Establishing an oral hygiene routine at home is important and we commend you for sticking to it! However, there may be issues you simply cannot see because of the angle of your mouth. We also provide deep cleaning that patients cannot perform at home. We generally recommend deep teeth cleaning every six months. Depending on your dental history and needs, we may recommend more frequent cleanings for some patients.
Teeth cleaning is a critical part of dental care to prevent tooth decay and gum disease. It removes the buildup of tartar, or plaque and calcium on the teeth. Despite our best intentions and meticulous brushing and flossing, everyone will still develop some tartar that needs to be removed by a dentist. If this plaque is not cleaned off, it causes gum irritation, inflammation, and bleeding. These symptoms won’t go away until the plaque is removed. This is just one reason that teeth cleaning is important to oral health.
In addition to spotting cavities and keeping your gums healthy, teeth cleaning is important to overall health. Numerous studies have shown a strong link between heart disease and gum disease.
We want you to have a healthy smile, which is why we offer caring and compassionate dental care to residents of Orange County. Our office prides itself on professional and gentle dental treatments, from teeth cleaning to crowns to extractions. Our staff is dedicated to making sure the patient is comfortable at all times and providing top-quality care! We see patients from the communities of Huntington Beach, Westminster, Fountain Valley, Garden Grove, Santa Ana, Costa Mesa, Seal Beach, and Long Beach. Call today to schedule an appointment.