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Steps Of A Dental Cleaning

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Most of us don’t enjoy going to the dentist, even for something as simple as a cleaning. There’s all those sharp looking tools, you’ve got fingers in your mouth, and you know you haven’t flossed enough but you’re hoping the quick one you did before your appointment with fool them… Plus you have so many questions! What are those hooks for? What’s that stuff that tastes fruity but feels like sand? And what on earth are they even doing in there?? Well below are the answers to all these questions and more, so read on and put your mind at ease! 

Steps Of A Dental Cleaning

Firstly, those sharp little hooks are called “scalers” and they are used by your dentist to manually scrape off tartar and plaque build up. This involves scraping all around the surface of the teeth: front, back, in between, and slightly under the gums. If you’ve got especially hard build up, they will probably use a vibrating electric scraper paired with a teeny water sprayer to really get that gunk off. This will feel a bit odd, but don’t worry, it’s just good vibrations! You’ll feel a rinse every few seconds and a little sucker will keep you from drooling water everywhere. 

The next step of your dental cleaning will be the polishing!

After scraping off your teeth, it’s important to get the surface as smooth as possible, so bacteria and plaque have a harder time clinging on. This is where that fruity sand comes into play… Your dentist will load an itty bitty rubber cup with a polishing compound which usually tastes a little fruity and feels like sand or baking soda in your mouth. This little cup is electric and spins around very quickly on all your teeth to make sure they are clean, polished, and free of surface stains! This will also feel like vibrating, but with the added texture of the polishing agent. Don’t worry about that though, your dentist will rinse that out and it’ll go shooting into the saliva and water sucker they put in the corner of your mouth.

After polishing comes a professional flossing… Your dentist does this to make sure there are no particles left between your teeth and also to check for areas that may need some extra home care from you. This is no big deal! Be honest with your dentist, and you’ll get the professional dental care and advice that you need!

The final step of a dental cleaning is a fluoride rinse. This is also usually fruit flavored and strengthens your enamel, making your teeth stronger and more durable. 

Steps Of A Dental Cleaning

Now you’re all done! I hope you feel better and more at ease about getting a dental cleaning… It’s a quick and painless procedure that is super important to your dental health! Now, call the office,866-604-3327, to schedule your next cleaning appointment!

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Simple Dental Care Routine to Prevent Cavities

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The primary aim of personal dental care is to prevent cavities from forming on your teeth. In order for you to prevent them, you need to remove the plaque.

Some effective ways to prevent plaque from forming is to brush your teeth at least twice a day and floss at least once a day. Brushing your teeth will help stimulate your gums and in turn keep them healthy and less susceptible to gum diseases.

Simple Dental Care Routine to Prevent Cavities

Choose The Right Toothpaste. 

Toothpastes are typically made of abrasives and foaming agents that help remove bacteria and food from your teeth. When choosing a toothpaste, make sure that it has fluoride to keep your mouth cavity-free.

If your teeth face become sensitive to pressure, cold and heat, a visit to the dentist may be in order. They can assess whether the sensitivity of the teeth may lead to a serious problem such as nerve inflammation or severe cavity.

Floss Floss Floss.

Although brushing is considered to be the most important part of a good dental care routine, it doesn’t actually have the ability to remove the plaque and food particles between the teeth, under the gum line or within braces. That is where flossing comes in.

When flossing your teeth, you should be very careful so that you can avoid injuring your gums. Remember, gums are very sensitive and they can bleed easily. Never force the floss under the gums; just curve the floss around the edge of your tooth and form a letter “c” then glide the floss up and down the side of each tooth. Do not forget to floss the back sides of your teeth as well.

When in doubt, check with your hygienist. They can help you learn proper technique.

As you can see, maintaining your personal dental care routine is fairly easy. You just need to make sure that you are going in for regular checkups, and have a willingness and determination to follow through.

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7 Reasons To See a Dental Hygienist Regularly

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Visiting a dental hygienist is many times put on the back burner, and as a result health problems arise over time. Good dental health is very important to our overall well-being. That is why regular dental checkups should be a priority.

7 Reasons To See a Dental Hygienist Regularly

7 Reasons To See a Dental Hygienist Regularly

Let’s look at 7 reasons seeing a dental hygienist is important.

Early Detection of Dental Problems. If you are seeing a hygienist every six months, they have a much better chance of catching potential dental issues, before they become bigger issues.

Prevents Halitosis (Bad Breath). If you have ever been on the receiving end of someone with bad breath, you usually start to wonder if you also have bad breath, or may even offer them a mint! Whatever the case, no one wants to have it or smell it. Bad breath can also be a sign of more serious health problems. 

Whiter Smile. A smile is the first thing many people notice about a person. If your smile is yellow and dull, then you are far less likely to smile as much. However, when you have the confidence of an attractive smile with white teeth. You’ll be showing off those pearly whites every chance you get!

Help Prevent Gum Disease. Periodontitis is a serious problem. It means that you have an active bacterial infection in your body. It is associated with other health problems such as; heart disease, stroke and diabetes. Additionally, it can also cause your teeth to fall out! Sadly, over 90% of adults over age 30 have some stage of active gum disease. You can help prevent this simply by seeing your dental hygienist regularly.

Help Prevent Oral Cancer. Dental hygienists are able to see areas of our mouths that we simply can’t see no matter how hard we try. They also have the best chance of finding problems while they are still managable.

Hygienists are helping save lives every day with early detection, because as many of us already know, finding cancer early affords us a much greater chance of survival.

Stop Bleeding Gums. Bleeding gums is a sign of gum inflammation, and in many cases is the result of poor dental habits and/or lack of proper flossing. It can also be a sign of the early stages of gum disease. A hygienist can help determine the cause.

Hard To Reach Spots. They can get into nooks and crannies that can’t reach with regular flossing and brushing. When you see a hygienist every six month, they are better able to help keep these areas clean and problem free.

As you can clearly see, visiting a dental hygienist regularly is not only good for your teeth, it is also a much needed aid in overall preventive health care. We care about your overall health. Call the office, 866-604-3327, to schedule your appointment today!

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