A dental cleaning is a professional service provided by your dental hygienist, typically taking under 30 minutes to complete. These cleanings are recommended every six months to avoid excessive plaque accumulation. If plaque is not removed, it can result in gum disease and tooth decay. A standard dental cleaning consists of scaling, root planing, and polishing. Scaling and root planing involve various techniques to eliminate plaque and tartar from all tooth surfaces, tailored to the amount present. The polishing step smooths the teeth's surface, helping to reduce future plaque formation.
"Welcoming, professional and respectful of patients levels of anxiety/ and distress regarding dental procedures. The staff takes excellent care in the comfort of patients. Questions are answered respectfully. Warmth and concern are expressed approximately. This is a practice that builds relationships between professional staff and their patients- who are not just “passing through” but are part of the practice- which is not so large that one feels like a number- not an individual."
