Why Get Your Teeth Cleaned?
Have you ever wondered why you should get your teeth cleaned by a professional even if you brush and floss well at home? What makes a professional tooth cleaning so important to your oral health? Regular teeth cleanings are game-changers for anyone who wants to avoid cavities and other dental problems down the road. Cleanings are considered preventative, meaning that they help you avoid problems before they have a chance to start. The truth is that preventing a problem is easier and much more affordable than dealing with toothy complications. A tooth cleaning will definitely help your smile bloom this spring in more ways than one.
Tartar Cannot Be Removed at Home
Brushing and flossing are a must for clean teeth, but there is only so much that you can do at your home. Let’s take a look at tooth tartar versus plaque. Plaque is a white film that forms on the teeth when bacteria meet up with sugary and starchy foods. Everyone has plaque but some more so than others. This substance can be removed by brushing and flossing. However, if plaque is not removed, it turns into tartar. The best way to ensure that tartar and lingering plaque are removed is by getting your teeth cleaned. Otherwise, unwanted problems can (and do) arise.
Reduce Your Risk of Oral Health Problems
Without regular teeth cleanings, you run the risk of creating problems for yourself down the road. Both plaque and tartar can cause issues like tooth decay, infections, gum disease, and other complications. Getting your teeth cleaned can also help you reduce the risk of other health concerns such as heart attack and stroke. Those who have gum disease are 2 to 3 times more likely to have heart disease or a major cardiovascular event. The mouth and the body are absolutely connected. The better care you can take of your mouth, the healthier you can be as a whole.
Cleanings Hit Hard-to-Reach Places in the Mouth
Let’s face it. From tooth crevices to our back molars, our mouths are full of hard-to-reach places. Your Dental hygienist will be able to take care of every tooth surface on every tooth. There are just some places in the mouth that tend to get left out at home, which can cause concerning build-up. Plus, your dental hygienist will be able to give you an expert flossing session and offer guidance on how to improve your oral health at home. You might be very surprised by what a professional has to say when you get your teeth cleaned.
Troublesome Tooth Stains
Coffee, tea, and wine drinkers often ask about how to get rid of tooth stains. Unfortunately, there is a lot of misunderstanding when it comes to this. You have likely heard about using whitening toothpaste or charcoal products as a means to get rid of staining. We hate to be the bearer of bad news, but these products wear away at your teeth, which means that they can cause a lot of damage to your teeth over time. Dental cleanings are a safe way to remove surface stains when regular brushing and flossing don’t do the trick. Of course, if you’re unhappy with the color of your teeth, your regular appointment would be a good time to ask about whitening options. Your dental office will make sure that you have an effective and safe experience.
Regular Cleanings Versus Deep Cleanings
Most folks with healthy teeth and gums will come in for their dental cleaning two times a year. For others affected by the stages of gum disease (infection of the gums), they will need to come in to get their teeth cleaned more often. A deep cleaning is more extensive than a regular cleaning as we will need to clean below the gumline. For obvious reasons, a deep cleaning can only be completed by a professional. Without it, infection can spread, resulting in complications like teeth falling out. No amount of brushing and flossing will reverse gum disease. All this goes to show you how important dental cleanings really are to your oral health routine.
Need a teeth cleaning in Prescott Valley? We can help you feel fresh this spring season. Contact us today.
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