Keep Your Smile Healthy and Bright

Regular professional teeth cleanings are an essential part of maintaining your oral health and preventing dental problems before they start. At Camarillo Premier Dental, our skilled dental hygienists provide thorough teeth cleanings that help you achieve a healthy, bright smile.

Why Professional Teeth Cleaning Is Important

Even with diligent brushing and flossing at home, plaque and tartar can still build up on your teeth, particularly in hard-to-reach areas. Over time, this buildup can lead to gum disease, cavities, and other oral health issues. Professional teeth cleanings remove these deposits, reducing your risk of dental problems and keeping your mouth fresh and healthy.

Key Benefits of Regular Teeth Cleaning:

  • Prevention of Gum Disease: Plaque and tartar buildup along the gumline can lead to gum disease. Regular cleanings help remove these deposits, preventing the onset of gingivitis and periodontal disease.

  • Cavity Prevention: By removing plaque, the primary cause of tooth decay, regular cleanings help protect your teeth from cavities.

  • Fresher Breath: Removing plaque and bacteria that cause bad breath keeps your mouth feeling clean and fresh.

  • Brighten Your Smile: Teeth cleanings remove surface stains caused by coffee, tea, wine, and other foods, giving you a brighter, more radiant smile.

  • Early Detection of Oral Health Issues: Regular visits allow your dentist to catch potential issues like cavities, gum disease, and oral cancer early, when they’re easier to treat.

What to Expect During a Teeth Cleaning

Your professional teeth cleaning at Camarillo Premier Dental is designed to be thorough, comfortable, and effective:

  1. Oral Examination: Before the cleaning begins, your hygienist will perform a quick examination to check for any signs of oral health issues, such as gum inflammation or decay.

  2. Scaling: Using specialized tools, your hygienist will remove plaque and tartar from the surfaces of your teeth and along the gumline. This process, known as scaling, is key to preventing gum disease.

  3. Polishing: After scaling, your teeth will be polished to remove any remaining stains and plaque. Polishing also smoothens the surfaces of your teeth, making it harder for plaque to adhere.

  4. Flossing: Finally, your hygienist will floss between your teeth to ensure all debris is removed from areas that are hard to reach with a toothbrush.

  5. Fluoride Treatment (Optional): Depending on your needs, a fluoride treatment may be applied to help strengthen your tooth enamel and protect against cavities.

How Often Should You Get Your Teeth Cleaned?

The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends that most patients have their teeth professionally cleaned every six months. However, your dentist may suggest more frequent cleanings if you have a history of gum disease or are at higher risk for dental issues.