Routine dental exams allow your dentist to use advanced tools to remove food particles, plaque, and bacteria from your mouth. This helps preserve a healthy bacterial balance and reduces the risk of dental decay and gum disease.
Professional dental cleanings follow each dental exam and remove even hard-to-reach plaque and tartar (hardened plaque). Your practitioner even performs thorough flossing before the final step, a polishing that leaves your teeth shining and smooth.
If you have questions about caring for your teeth between office visits, just ask your practitioner. You’re welcome to learn more about the products best suited for your needs as well as optimal brushing and flossing techniques.