Regular dental visits every 6 months are essential to help maintain healthy teeth and gums. Checking for tooth decay is one part of your dental examination. Before the cleaning begins, our dentist (or dental hygienist) will perform a thorough examination of your head, neck, gums, teeth and mouth to look for any abnormalities. Your dental professional may go as far as checking your saliva and movement of your lower jaw.
Your dental professional will also check for the presence of plaque and tartar. Plaque and tartar build up quickly if at-home tooth and gum health is not practiced. When plaque is present, it can build up on teeth and irritate the gums, which can cause gum disease.
Regular dental cleanings are essential to help maintain healthy teeth and gums. During your dental cleanings at Glenashton Dental Centre, our dental professionals will carefully polish your teeth to remove plaque, tartar and hard deposits that are under the gum line.
Once your teeth have been thoroughly cleaned, we will remove surface stains so your teeth and gums look and feel as healthy. After the dental cleaning, our dental professional will review at-home care so you can properly take care of your teeth in between dental cleanings and checkups with our office. Our dental professional may also make additional recommendations once your checkup and cleaning are complete.
Taking care of your teeth is essential not just for your oral health, but for your general health as medical evidence shows that bacteria in the mouth can access our bloodstream, which can cause other disease in the body.
Do not put off taking care of your oral health. Call our office today to book an appointment for your dental cleaning. Let our dental team help you maintain your oral health for years to come.
