Teeth Cleaning
No matter how often you brush and floss, plaque and tartar deposits can still build up on your teeth. A professional teeth cleaning is the single most effective way to remove these deposits and prevent them from causing more serious problems in the future. While a traditional teeth cleaning involves manually scraping away these deposits with special dental tools, advances in dental technologies now give you more options for teeth cleanings.
Ultrasonic cleaning employs an ultrasonic scaler which uses electromagnetic forces in the unit’s hand-held “wand” to cause the tip to vibrate. In turn, these vibrations, which are faster than the speed of sound, effectively blast away all plaque and calculus. This process is also accompanied by a small stream of water, called lavage, that emerges near the tip of the scaler and helps blast away any remaining buildup.
Laser teeth cleaning is a popular alternative to traditional teeth cleaning. The laser is used to break down plaque and bacteria on teeth and inside gum pockets. The heat generated by the laser does the work.
A deep cleaning may be recommended if excessive plaque and tartar deposits have developed below the gum line. Deep cleanings, also known as scaling and root planing, involve a two-part process: first, the stubborn deposits are removed, and then the root surfaces are smoothed. A deep cleaning helps prevent periodontal disease and restores gum tissues to a healthy state.