Protect Your Beautiful Smile with Routine Dental Hygiene and Cleanings
While brushing and flossing your teeth two to three times a day, is a commendable effort to maintain oral hygiene, the truth is that no one can attain perfect oral health on their own. To ensure your teeth are in tip-top shape, you must visit your dentist at least twice a year for a bi-annual examination and professional cleaning service. This cleaning can remove plaque buildup your toothbrush can’t and perhaps even brighten your smile. At the Hope Dental Care Centre, our dental hygienists can remove plaque from teeth and remove stains from teeth.
Why are Routine Dental Hygiene and Professional Cleaning So Important
The benefits of a daily home dental hygiene routine are vital to your smile’s long and short-term health. By vigilantly brushing and flossing several times a day, you can prevent many disastrous oral issues later on. However, this doesn’t mean you can ignore visiting your dentist.
You must visit your dentist twice yearly for an examination and routine cleaning. The exam can find potential problems, allowing your doctor to take action with the proper treatment before the problem grows into a more significant issue. And the teeth cleaning service can remove the built-up plaque that your toothbrush can’t remove. Over time, this plaque hardens enough, making it impossible for your brush to dislodge from the surface of your tooth. That’s where a dentist’s cleaning tools break up plaque buildup, also known as tartar or calculus.
The Benefits of Routine Professional Cleaning
Routine professional in-office dental cleanings can offer several incredible benefits, such as:
Preventing cavities
By removing tartar buildup, you help prevent tooth decay which leads to cavities (holes) in your teeth that grow larger over time if left untreated.
Preventing gum disease
Plaque also irritates gum tissue, causing gum disease. The infection can cause gums to become swollen and red, even bleed. If not treated promptly, the disease can spread to other tissues and cause tooth loss. And it can spread further through your blood. Gum disease has been linked to significant health issues such as heart disease and cancer!
Improve your overall health
As you can see from the information above, taking care of your teeth also means protecting your overall health from illnesses down the road. This is why it’s essential to maintain regular visits with a dental professional you can trust.
Giving you a whiter and brighter smile
Another benefit to bi-annual cleanings is that they contribute to helping you maintain a brighter, healthier smile. Without professional cleaning, tartar buildup can cause ugly, yellow, tough-to-remove stains.
Give Your Smile the Care it Deserves
Don’t let your smile go to waste, contact The Hope Dental Care Centre at (343) 803-6333 to schedule your appointment with our team. Our office is at 500 Hazeldean Rd Suite 107, Kanata, ON.
Dental Hygiene & Cleaning FAQs
How does professional teeth cleaning benefit overall health, not just oral health?
Professional teeth cleaning goes beyond keeping your smile bright. It plays a vital role in maintaining your overall health. Harmful bacteria in plaque can enter your bloodstream, increasing the risk of serious conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and respiratory infections. Clean teeth and healthy gums reduce inflammation throughout the body, linked to numerous chronic conditions. Regular cleanings protect your oral health and contribute to your body’s overall well-being, making them an essential part of a holistic health approach.
Can dental cleanings help prevent bad breath?
Yes, regular dental cleanings, also known as halitosis, are essential for preventing bad breath. Plaque buildup, food particles, and bacteria trapped between teeth or along the gum line are common culprits. Even if you brush and floss regularly, these areas can be hard to clean thoroughly at home. Professional cleanings remove these odour-causing agents, leaving your breath fresher.
What role do dental hygienists play in preventive care?
Dental hygienists are highly trained experts in preventive dental care. At The Hope Dental Care Centre, they perform comprehensive cleanings to remove plaque and tartar, helping to prevent gum disease and cavities. Hygienists also provide personalized advice on brushing and flossing techniques to enhance your at-home care. They work closely with Dr. Far to identify potential issues early, such as signs of gum inflammation, enamel erosion, or oral cancer.
Are there benefits to cleaning your teeth even if you have dentures or implants?
Absolutely. Cleaning remains essential whether you have dentures, partials, or dental implants. Dentures need professional care to remove plaque buildup and maintain their appearance. Strong and durable dental implants can be compromised if plaque accumulates around the gumline, leading to peri-implantitis (an infection that can cause implant failure).
Why does tartar form even with regular brushing and flossing?
Tartar forms when plaque hardens due to mineral deposits from saliva. Even with excellent brushing and flossing habits, some plaque may remain in hard-to-reach areas or along the gumline. When plaque isn’t removed in time, it calcifies into tartar, which only dental professionals can safely remove. Tartar buildup increases the risk of gum disease and tooth decay. Regular dental cleanings at The Hope Dental Care Centre ensure that tartar is removed before it leads to more serious oral health issues.
Is there a difference between a deep cleaning and a regular dental cleaning?
Yes, there’s a significant difference. Basic cleaning treatments remove plaque and tartar from your teeth’s surface and just below the gumline. It helps maintain oral health for patients with healthy gums. Deep cleaning, also known as scaling and root planing, is more intensive. It removes bacteria and tartar below the gumline and smooths the tooth roots to prevent further buildup. Deep cleanings are typically recommended for patients with gum disease to help restore gum health and prevent tooth loss.
How can I make my professional cleanings more effective?
To get the most out of your professional cleanings, maintain a consistent oral care routine at home. Brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste, floss once daily, and use an antimicrobial mouthwash if Dr. Far recommends. Keep up with your scheduled dental visits and communicate concerns about your oral health. If you experience sensitivity, bleeding gums, or other issues, mention them during your appointment. These conversations allow Dr. Far and the dental hygienist to tailor your cleaning and care plan to your unique needs.
