Every six months, we want to see you for a dental cleaning. For kids and adults, our team can remove the harmful layers of plaque and tartar, which boosts oral health! In today’s blog, Dental Impressions in Ankeny, IA, talks about how we protect smiles with a routine dental cleaning and why you should schedule a visit for one soon!
The Impact of Plaque and Tartar Buildup
Over time, plaque coats our teeth and will harden into tartar. The buildup occurs when harmful oral bacteria consume bits of sugar and starch left behind by the foods and drinks we consume. As this happens, oral acidity rises and buildup occurs, which cannot be removed with brushing and flossing alone. The layers can weaken and erode the outer enamel to make the onset of tooth decay more likely. The same buildup also irritates and inflames the gums to leave you vulnerable to gingivitis and gum disease. Other complications linked to plaque and tartar include bad breath and stained teeth. But we can help all ages with a simple dental cleaning every six months.
Removing Harmful Layers
The dental cleaning process involves our team gently and thoroughly removing all plaque and tartar from the teeth. We will use an ultrasonic scaling device, which emits gentle vibrations to remove all buildup. We also have a manual pick for any stubborn portions of tartar cling to the teeth along the gum line. The procedure takes only one visit. We then polish the teeth. This last step helps brighten the smile, but more importantly, this makes it more difficult for plaque and tartar to cling to the teeth before ewe see you again in six months.
Periodontal Cleanings
What if you find you have serious inflammation, including the presence of gingivitis or gum disease? We may suggest a deep cleaning known as a scaling and root planing. The process involves our team gently removing the buildup from both the teeth and the roots, and from under your gums. This is more involved so we will numb your smile ahead of time. We use the same tools, but this could take more then one visit if you have severe buildup. We again polish the teeth afterward, and we may follow this with traditional one every three to four months.
If you have any questions about how we protect your smile with a preventive visit every six months, then contact our team today to learn more. We ant to help you and your family enjoy healthy smiles!
Dental Impressions Offers Preventive Care for Your Smile
We want to help protect your smile with a routine dental appointment every six months. To schedule an appointment and safeguard your smile, then call Dental Impressions in Ankeny, IA today at (515) 965-0230.
