Spring is here, and that means spring cleaning is on the rise. In addition to straightening the house, you should remember your smile! In today’s blog, Brighton Dental Group in Brighton, MA, talks about how we improve oral health by removing plaque and tartar with a spring cleaning for your teeth.
The Dangers of Plaque and Tartar Buildup
Over time, various factors could lead to plaque and tartar buildup, including a diet high in sugar and starch and poor brushing and flossing habits. Plaque is a sticky bacterial byproduct that will coat the teeth and harden into tartar. Without removal, this layer can weaken and erode the outer enamel to make the onset of tooth decay and dental infection more likely. The same layers can also impact the gums, inflaming them to increase the risk of gingivitis and gum disease. Plaque and tartar also impact your daily life by increasing the risk of bad breath and even visible teeth stains. But we can remove all these layers with a professional visit.
The Benefits of a Cleaning
We recommend a dental cleaning for kids and adults alike every six months. If you haven’t had once in the previous six months, now is a great time to schedule one. We start the process by conducting an examination of your smile with digital x-rays and advanced intraoral cameras, so we can identify and plan treatment for issues like tooth decay and gum disease.
We conduct the cleaning, in which we remove all buildup from your teeth with an ultrasonic scaling device. The device will emit gentle vibrations that knocks the buildup loose and removes it from the teeth. We then have a manual pick to take on the more stubborn portions of tartar that clings along the gum line. Once we remove the harmful buildup, our team will polish the teeth for a brighter appearance, which also helps limit the ability for plaque and tartar to accumulate before you see us again for treatment!
What About a Scaling and Root Planing?
We also have a deep cleaning. Known as a scaling and root planing, this could be conducted to help manage gum disease or reverse gingivitis to improve gum health. In addition to removing layers from the teeth, we also remove buildup from the roots as well. If you have any questions about how we clean your smile, then contact our team today to learn more and start your path to a healthier smile!
Talk to Brighton Family Dental About Removing Harmful Layers
We want to help safeguard your oral health by removing harmful plaque and tartar buildup. Learn more about general dentistry by calling us at Brighton Family Dental Group in Brighton, MA, today at (617) 562-5210.
