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Teeth Cleaning in Etobicoke
When it comes to achieving healthy smile, maintaining excellent oral hygiene is crucial. Adding professional cleaning is important to achieve the best preventative result.
Teeth cleaning is a simple yet effective way to refresh the smile, remove stains and prevent gum disease.
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A Comprehensive Guide to Teeth Cleaning in Etobicoke
Teeth cleaning involves removing plaque, tartar, and stains from above, around, and just below the gumline. Regular cleanings help prevent cavities, gum disease, and other serious oral health issues. These preventative visits allow your dental hygienist to identify problems early before they become serious and impact your oral health negatively.
5 Signs a Teeth Cleaning is Necessary
Maintaining good oral hygiene involves brushing for two minutes twice a day and flossing regularly. Adding routine teeth cleanings is essential for prevention.
- Bad Breath: Persistent bad breath may indicate gum disease or other oral health problems.
- Bleeding Gums: Gums that bleed when you brush or floss can be a sign of gum disease.
- Tooth Sensitivity: Sensitivity to hot or cold temperatures might signal tooth decay or gum disease.
- Stained Teeth: Discolored or stained teeth can indicate plaque buildup.
- Tooth Pain: Pain in your teeth or gums can signify an oral health problem that needs attention.
Importance of Teeth Cleaning
Oral health is a crucial part of overall well-being. Our services ensure you maintain good oral hygiene, prevent oral diseases, and keep a bright, healthy smile.
I brush my teeth everyday, why do I still need teeth cleaning?
Regular brushing may not effectively clean the teeth, allowing plaque to accumulate and bacteria to cause inflammation. This inflammation can lead to pain and swelling, making it harder to remove the plaque through standard brushing techniques.
Teeth cleaning done by the dental professional will insure all plaque is removed and allow for a “major reset”. This will result in cleaner teeth, smoother surfaces and healthier gums
Teeth cleaning in three simple steps:
Here are the steps that dental professional take to provide teeth cleanings
Step 1: Examination
- General check-up: the purpose is to evaluate the teeth, gums and tissues and structures in the mouth.
- Xrays: Sometimes are taken to rule out potential issues or as part of periodic screening process
- Generally done by the dentist
Additional information
Probing can be done as well. Probing is measuring the gumline depth to evaluate the health of the gums.
Taking x-rays helps the dental professional visualize the internal bone level and the support tissues.
Step 2: Removing plaque
- Scaling: in simple words, scaling is removing of plaque and tartar using manual instruments called curettes and machine powered tools.
- Polishing: polishing is applying a special paste and using a rybber like brush to polish the external stains off the teeth
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- After scaling and polishing is done, flossing the done to remove excess plaque and polishing materials between teeth.
Step 3: Fluoride application
Pros:
- Brings tooth minerals back into the enamel.
- Slows down the process of losing enamel minerals.
- Prevents the growth of cavity-causing bacteria and potentially reverses early decay formation.
- Fluoride helps strengthening the enamel of the tooth
Additional information
- Not everyone needs fluoride treatment. Patients who have dry mouth, gum disease with exposed roots, history or tooth decay are the ones that benefits from fluorides. As well as, kids of all ages.
The safety of teeth cleaning
Teeth cleaning is generally safe when conducted properly.
Professional teeth cleaning, carried out by the hygienist and supervised by a dentist, uses safe tools and tailored techniques to minimize risks like tooth sensitivity and gum irritation.
While temporary sensitivity and minor gum irritation are common side effects, these typically resolve shortly after treatment, especially with appropriate post-cleaning care. Our team is always here to support you through your recovery, offering tips and advice to keep your smile bright and healthy.
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Why choose Thorncrest Dental for teeth cleaning in Etobicoke
Our dental professionals are trained to provide quality dental care in a friendly modern environment using advanced dental technology to deliver efficient results.
We also office customized treatment plans for different cleaning option. Weather you need a cleaning after 10 years of dental negligence or you are maintaining cleaning appointments every 3 months, we can work with every plan and every case
Affordable Pricing and Financing Options
Quality dental care should be accessible to everyone. Thorncrest Dental offers competitive pricing for cleaning treatments and provides various financing options to help manage the cost. We are committed to making your path to a brighter smile affordable and stress-free.
Frequently asked questions about teeth cleaning
1. What happens during a teeth cleaning appointment?
There are three main steps: teeth examination, plaque and tartar removal, and teeth polishing. fluoride placement is optional.
2. Is teeth cleaning safe?
Yes, teeth cleaning is generally safe when done correctly. Professional treatments supervised by a dentist and done by professional hygienists that are trained to do professional service.
3. Can teeth cleaning cause sensitivity?
Teeth cleaning can cause temporary sensitivity in some individuals. This sensitivity usually subsides a few days after the treatment. If you experience sensitivity, consider using toothpaste for sensitive teeth and avoid very hot or cold foods and drinks for a few days.
4. Is teeth cleaning painful?
No, it should not be painful. Our dental professionals use safe and pain-free techniques to ensure a comfortable experience.
5. How often should I have teeth cleaning appointments?
Most people should have cleanings every six months, but your dentist may recommend more frequent visits depending on your oral health.
6. Can teeth cleaning remove all types of stains?
Teeth cleaning is most effective on extrinsic stains caused by foods, drinks, and smoking. Intrinsic stains, which are deeper and often caused by factors like medication or trauma, may respond to whitening treatments. Alternatives like veneers or bonding might be recommended.
7. What should I avoid after teeth cleaning?
Practicing good oral hygiene will help maintain the results.
Sources:
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2022, October 20). FastStats – Oral and Dental Health. CDC.
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