The main goal of professional teeth cleaning is to prevent or
delay the progression of periodontal diseases and to make your
teeth whiter. Gum disease, a prevalent form of periodontal
disease, is the primary cause of tooth loss in adults over age
40. Untreated periodontal diseases have been link to serious
medical complications such as heart attacks and strokes. That's
why it is very important to schedule visits every 6 months.
What is involved in a dental cleaning?
Our typical professional dental cleaning procedure includes:
Plaque removal: Plague is a chalky substance that
naturally accumulates on your teeth and destroys your tooth
enamel resulting in tooth decay.
Tartar removal: Also known as Calculus, is hardened,
mineralized plaque. It's rough surface provides an ideal
medium for further plaque formation, which can irritate the
lining between the tooth and gum causing gingivitus.
Polishing: Polishing leaves the surfaces of teeth
clean and smooth so that bacteria are unable to stick to
them. It also aids keeping teeth clean during regular home
care.
