Professional dental cleaning is a key part of your preventive dental visit to Bella Smiles in Riverhead, Nesconset, or Roslyn, NY. Following ADA guidelines, Bella Smiles recommends that patients come in for a routine preventive care visit twice a year. If you have gum disease or complex dental concerns, we may recommend additional visits to maintain optimal dental health. Preventive care and dental cleaning are general dentistry services we provide to the public in Long Island, New York.
Why Are Dental Cleanings Important?
A dental cleaning is a procedure that removes the plaque and tartar that have built up on the surfaces of the teeth or along the gum line. Your daily tooth brushing and flossing are an important part of maintaining good dental health but you can have areas that are difficult to reach. These areas can be hard to see or clean effectively with at-home care.
The only way to lower your risk of getting gum disease is by having plaque and tartar regularly removed from your teeth. Using the latest dental tools and products, our team takes the time to perform a cleaning to remove harmful bacteria that can degrade your dental health over time. Most patients experience little to no discomfort during their cleaning and enjoy a fresh and clean feeling after treatment.
Routine visits also allow us to spot dental problems in the early stage when conservative treatment options can still be effective. Drs. Lotardo, Pop, and Caesar screen for cavities, periodontal disease, and oral cancer during your comprehensive dental exam.
Bella Smiles is a family dentist office serving many areas of Long Island. We also offer pediatric dental care to monitor the development of teeth in younger patients. Routine visits at every age often prevent the sudden onset of dental concerns that can affect your daily life.
We believe in educating our patients on how to care for their teeth and gums in between regular teeth cleanings. That’s why we take time during your dental visits. Our dental hygienist will demonstrate proper brushing and flossing so you can minimize plaque and tartar build-up between preventive care visits.
Routine Dental Cleanings: What To Expect
Our team of dental professionals will make every effort to get to know you as an individual. This helps us offer you the care you need to meet your unique needs and goals. Although teeth cleaning is typically an easy and pain-free process, we understand that patients with dental anxiety and fear can feel anxious and uncomfortable while in the dentist’s chair.
We work with patients experiencing dental anxiety to help them relax. We’ll make sure you understand all aspects of your treatment and allow you time to ask as many questions as you need. The goal is to build your confidence so you can enjoy the benefits of good oral health.
After your dental cleaning, we will provide you with appropriate recommendations as needed. You may need additional dentist treatments or at-home oral care to help you maintain a healthy smile between visits.
We may perform scaling and root planning if you show signs or symptoms of gum disease. This procedure will remove plaque and tartar from deep pockets in the gum. A deep cleaning can help you prevent gum disease from progressing. It’ll also allow the damaged tissue to repair itself.
If our dentist finds a cavity, there are a number of treatments they can perform. Depending on the extent of tooth decay, treatment may be as simple as a dental filling. In some cases, the patient may need a root canal.
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Dental Cleanings FAQs
Do you want to know more about teeth cleanings? We’re here to help. Read questions about dental cleanings in Roslyn, Nesconset, and Riverhead, NY.
How often should I get a dental cleaning?
The ADA recommends that you have your teeth professionally cleaned every six months. Most dental insurances cover cleanings twice a year. The amount of time between cleanings varies from patient to patient. It depends on genetics, oral health care routine, and overall health.
Some patients may need cleanings every three months to treat problems like chronic gum disease. Most people only need a cleaning twice a year.
Will a dental cleaning remove stains?
Professional dental cleaning will remove some light stains from teeth. A dental cleaning will remove any built up plaque on a patient’s teeth. Plaque buildup causes teeth to yellow and stain. Dental cleanings will remove these stains.
Can I eat or drink before a dental cleaning?
Yes, you can eat or drink before your dental cleaning, but you want to avoid sugary or sticky foods. We recommend that you brush your teeth before your appointment helps remove food particles and allows the hygienist to clean your teeth more thoroughly. You can also drink water before because it keeps your mouth hydrated and makes the cleaning more comfortable.
Are sensitive teeth common after a dental cleaning?
Sensitive teeth are one of the most common side effects of dental cleanings. When our hygienist removes plaque and tartar from your teeth and gums, the newly cleaned areas may feel a little exposed. This can cause mild sensitivity if you already have thinner enamel, gum recession, or small cavities.
Many patients notice this sensitivity when eating or drinking hot, cold, or sweet things. The good news is that this feeling should go away after two or three days.
Schedule a Consultation
Call Bella Smiles for a dental prophylaxis in Riverhead, Roslyn, and Nesconset, NY. Call our Nesconset office at (631) 228-8780, our Riverhead office at (631) 574-3898, and our Roslyn office at (516) 217-6668. You can also email us at info@bellasmilenow.com.