Our team always recommends both kids and adults receive a dental cleaning every six months. Doing so is vital, as this helps not only fight bad breath and teeth stains, but also tooth decay and even gum disease! In today’s blog, Dental Impressions in Ankeny, IA, talks about the reasons we all need dental cleanings.
The Causes of Issues Like Plaque and Tartar Buildup
How does plaque and tartar buildup occur? When there are particles of sugar and starch left behind by our meals and drinks, these will be broken down by oral bacteria, which creates high levels of oral acidity and coats the teeth in a sticky layer of plaque, which hardens into tartar with time. The buildup can make teeth stains more visible, and weakens enamel to make the onset of cavities more likely. The same layers also irritate the gums to increase the risk of gingivitis and gum disease. A diet high in sugar, combined with poor brushing and flossing and lack of professional cleanings can all lead to poorer oral health and major buildup! But we can help remove these layers completely with a cleaning.
The Importance of a Routine Dental Cleaning
While brushing and flossing daily can help manage the issue and protect your smile, you still need a routine one every six months to remove the buildup completely, this goes for kids and adults alike. When you arrive, we will use an ultrasonic scaling device, which emits gentle vibrations, to remove most of the plaque and tartar from your teeth. We then follow this with a manual pick to remove the more stubborn portions of tartar along the gum line. Finally, we polish your teeth. This not only brightens them, but also makes it more difficult for plaque and tartar layers to accumulate before you see us again in six months.
What About Scaling and Root Planings?
We also offer what is known as a scaling and root planing. With this option, we have the ability to remove buildup from both the teeth and the roots, which is often essential for managing gum disease and protecting your smile from periodontitis and tooth loss. This can take one visit or as many as four, depending on your buildup severity. We then follow this with a traditional one every three to four months. If you have any questions about how we safeguard your smile with dental cleaning, then contact our team today to learn more!
Dental Impressions Wants to Help Brighten Your Smile
We want to help you maintain a healthier smile and avoid the risk of common issues like tooth decay and gum disease. To schedule an appointment to remove harmful layers, then call Dental Impressions in Ankeny, IA today at (515) 965-0230.
