What Happens at a Dental Clean?
A typical dental clean involves several steps:
- Physical examination: Your hygienist or dentist examines your mouth for any signs of gum disease or other concerns.
- Plaque and tartar removal: Using a small mirror and scaler, your hygienist removes plaque and tartar between your teeth and around your gum line.
- Gritty toothpaste cleaning: Once your teeth are tartar-free, they are brushed with a high-powered electric brush and gritty toothpaste to remove any left-behind tartar.
- Expert flossing: Professional flossing further cleans between your teeth, removing any particles left from the cleaning process.
- Rinsing: Rinsing your mouth clears away any remaining debris and leaves you with fresh breath.
- Fluoride treatment (optional): A fluoride treatment may be given to help protect your teeth from cavities until your next visit.
The general recommendation is to have a dental clean every six months. This frequency helps ensure that any developing issues are caught early and keeps your teeth and gums in optimal condition. However, if you have specific dental concerns — for example, gum disease — your dentist may recommend more frequent visits.
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