Dental Cleanings

Dental cleaning, one of the crucial steps needed for the maintenance of good oral health, entails the displacement and elimination of the accumulated plaque and tartar from our teeth surface by a dental professional using special dental equipment.

Though regular brushing and flossing of teeth can help us achieve a fresh, beautiful smile, various microbes, plaque, and tartar at hard-to-reach or corner areas of the mouth can stay untouched. During professional teeth cleaning procedure, the dentist removes plaque, bacteria, microbes, and bacteria from our mouth to result in fresher breath, a brighter smile, and better oral health. Hence, the American Dental Association recommends professional teeth cleanings at least two times a year. 

A usual dental cleaning starts with a physical examination of the patient's mouth to examine their teeth and gums and overall oral health. If needed, dental X-rays and scans may also be taken. During these dental screenings, the dentist will check teeth for the onset of tooth decay, cavities, and sensitivity and gums for inflammation and bleeding. 

When plaque and tartar get accumulated on the tooth surface, it can lead to tooth decay and cavities, besides making the teeth look discolored. During a teeth cleaning session, the dentist uses dental instruments to eliminate this accumulation from teeth and gum lines. This process is called scaling. Afterward, flossing will be performed to extract particles settled between the teeth. 

After scaling and flossing, the dentist will perform a root planing procedure using a hand tool where the teeth are polished to smoothen them. 

Rinsing is done to clean all the debris and impurities from the mouth thoroughly. 

Once teeth cleaning is over, the dentist will give the patient a fluoride treatment if required. The procedure involves applying a fluoride gel on the teeth surface to strengthen the enamel and prevent cavities.

During professional dental cleanings, the dentist can also compare the state of our oral and dental health to that of earlier visits and intervene if we are moving in the wrong direction. 

Foxfield Dental, located at Foxfield, CO, is equipped with the best dentists and modern technologies that enable the best dental care facilities for the patients. Call (720) 870-0401 and book an appointment with the dentistry to know more about Dental Cleaning and other dental care services.