Dental Cleanings

Dental Cleanings

Regular teeth cleanings are an essential part of any complete dental care routine. We at Perfect Smile Doc provide top-of-the-line dental cleaning services to our Bronx, NY, community. We strive to learn about you and your unique dental needs so you can have a perfect smile to flaunt proudly.

Why Teeth Cleanings are Necessary

Even if you brush and floss regularly, you don’t want to skip your regular professional teeth cleanings! Plaque forms continuously on the teeth as a bio-thin film and thickens over time. If left to build up, plaque hardens into tartar. You can brush away plaque, but you’ll need a dentist to remove tartar.

Regular dental cleanings and checkups every six months are essential to remove plaque in tricky areas, like the pits and grooves of the teeth and along the gum line. They’re necessary for preventing tartar buildup that causes inflammation and gum disease.

What to Expect During a Teeth Cleaning

Cleanings are usually quick and convenient. During this time, you will lie back in a comfortable dental chair while we examine your teeth. We’ll then remove any dental plaque and tartar with a scaler before polishing your enamel with a gritty paste. After 30 minutes to an hour, you’ll be on your way out our office doors with clean teeth and gums!

You can eat after your cleaning, but we encourage you to wait 30 minutes if you receive a fluoride treatment. This is because fluoride needs time to take effect to really benefit your teeth.

Tips for Ensuring a Comfortable Cleaning

Do you hate all that scaping? There are steps you can take at home to make your cleanings easier!

• Brush and floss thoroughly to remove most plaque buildup
• Avoid staining foods right before your visit
• Stay hydrated to keep your mouth tissues moist
• Maintain regular biannual cleanings

Schedule a Dental Cleaning in the Bronx, NY!

Want to learn more about our teeth cleaning services at Perfect Smile Doc? Give us a call or send us a message. We look forward to hearing from you soon!