How Regular Cleaning can help
Regular cleaning at The Smile and Co. Studio offers numerous benefits that contribute to both your oral and overall health. Here’s how it can help:
Prevents Tooth Decay and Cavities: Removing plaque and tartar buildup prevents the formation of cavities. Plaque is the primary cause of tooth decay, and its regular removal helps keep your teeth healthy.
Prevents Gum Disease: Gingivitis, the early stage of gum disease, can progress to more serious conditions like periodontitis if left untreated. Regular cleaning helps prevent gum disease by removing the bacteria that cause it, ensuring your gums remain healthy.
Detects Oral Health Issues Early: Regular visits to The Smile and Co. Studio allow our dental professionals to monitor your oral health closely. Early detection of issues such as cavities, gum disease, or oral cancer can lead to more effective and less invasive treatments.
Maintains Fresh Breath: Persistent bad breath, or halitosis, is often caused by poor oral hygiene. Regular cleaning helps remove the food particles and bacteria responsible for bad breath, ensuring your breath stays fresh.
Improves Overall Health: Oral health is closely linked to overall health. Poor oral hygiene can contribute to various systemic conditions, such as heart disease, diabetes, and respiratory infections. By maintaining good oral hygiene through regular cleaning, you reduce the risk of these health issues.
Enhances Your Smile: Regular cleaning removes surface stains caused by food, beverages, and tobacco use. This helps keep your teeth looking bright and polished, enhancing the appearance of your smile.
At The Smile and Co. Studio in Albuquerque, New Mexico, we are dedicated to providing exceptional dental hygiene care. Regular dental cleanings are a cornerstone of our preventive care approach, ensuring that our patients maintain healthy, beautiful smiles. By committing to regular cleaning appointments, you invest in your oral health and overall well-being, setting the foundation for a happy, healthy life.
What is a Routine Cleaning?
At The Smile and Co. Studio in Albuquerque, New Mexico, we prioritize the health and well-being of our patients through comprehensive dental hygiene practices. One of the most fundamental aspects of maintaining optimal oral health is regular dental cleaning. Here, we break down what regular cleaning entails and how it can significantly benefit your oral and overall health.
Regular dental cleaning, also known as prophylaxis, is a routine procedure performed by dental hygienists to maintain oral health and prevent dental problems. At The Smile and Co. Studio, our dental hygienists use specialized tools and techniques to thoroughly clean your teeth and gums. The process typically includes the following steps:
Physical Examination: Before the cleaning begins, a dental hygienist examines your mouth to look for any signs of oral health issues, such as inflamed gums or cavities. This step ensures that any potential problems are identified early.
Removing Plaque and Tartar: Plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that forms on your teeth and gums. If not removed, it can harden into tartar, which can only be removed with professional cleaning. The hygienist uses a scaler to remove plaque and tartar from the tooth surfaces and along the gum line.
Brushing and Flossing: After the tartar is removed, the hygienist uses a high-powered electric brush and gritty toothpaste to polish your teeth. This helps remove any remaining plaque and surface stains. Flossing is also performed to ensure that all areas between your teeth are clean.
Rinsing: A rinse is used to flush out any debris from the cleaning process. This often contains a liquid fluoride solution to help protect your teeth.
Fluoride Treatment: The final step involves a fluoride treatment to help strengthen your teeth and protect them against cavities. The fluoride may be applied as a gel, foam, or varnish.
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