One of the best ways to ensure good dental hygiene is with your bi-annual visits to the dentist’s office. These cleanings will help you know if your teeth are healthy and strong. If there are any dental issues, we can catch them right away and treat them. That way, you can avoid lengthy and invasive dental surgeries. Bi-yearly visits can help everyone! Here is what you can expect when you come into our office for a professional dental cleaning.

Your bi-yearly visits will begin with an oral exam. At least once a year, you should plan on digital x-rays. The oral exam is brief and painless. One of our hygienists will check for cavities, tooth decay, gum disease (or gingivitis), and overcrowding or misalignment issues. If everything checks out and your teeth are healthy, we will give you a professional cleaning! We will talk about some of your options to correct those issues, if there are any, but we will still clean your teeth!

The cleaning is brief, and most patients actually enjoy it. One of our hygienists will begin with a scaler. The scaler looks like a metal hook, and the hygienist uses it to scrape plaque off your gumline. Afterward, we will use a high-powered brush to polish your teeth. Again, this should not cause any pain, but it will make your teeth feel brand new. We will professionally floss your teeth and provide you with the option of fluoride, which we strongly recommend. Don’t hesitate to reach out to us if you have any questions about a standard dental cleaning.