Professional Teeth Cleaning in Charlotte, NC
At Pearl, you can share your health concerns so that we can take the necessary measures to address them correctly.
The first step to a healthy mouth is to give your teeth a thorough routine cleaning.
Our hygienists start by scraping off the buildup of plaque and tartar that collects above and below the gum line before flossing between and around every tooth to remove any plaque or food particles that are clinging on.
We will also give your teeth a smooth and shiny finish using a tooth polisher with a spinning head and slightly abrasive paste. The polishing will get rid of any residue that was previously missed and will make your teeth smoother so that plaque will not collect as easily on them between visits to the dentist.
At Pearl., your premier Charlotte dentists, we work to create dental plans that include teeth cleanings every six months.
Professional dental cleanings are one of the simplest measures to prevent the build-up of plaque, helping you maintain and benefit from a lifetime of oral health.
We perform professional teeth cleanings. Our hygienists use tools to remove tartar from your teeth — both above and below where the gum meets the tooth.
Pearl recommends regular teeth cleanings for two reasons:
1. To prevent diseases that may affect the rest of the body like heart disease, dementia, and diabetes complications.
2. To prevent tooth loss.
The mouth is continuously exposed to and affected by the food we eat and constant talking. As a result, we must take special care of this unique part of our bodies.
In order to prevent the buildup of plaque and tartar, we perform teeth cleanings.
Although this buildup is natural, we must adhere to our regular cleanings to prevent complications, such as gum disease, enamel erosion, tooth decay, and gingivitis.
We determine the cleaning you need based on the extent of the plaque and tartar buildup on your teeth. If buildup is major, it can result in bone loss and gum tissue inflammation, where a deep cleaning may be required.
Your teeth cleanings are performed by a dental hygienist. Before the actual cleaning process begins, we start with a physical exam of your entire mouth. Your dental hygienist uses a small mirror to check around your teeth and gums for any signs of gingivitis or other potential issues. If they detect any problems, the dental hygienist might call the dentist to ensure it is appropriate to proceed.
Whether you need any additional steps or not, the key is to keep going back to the dentist for regular teeth cleanings to prevent problems altogether. By understanding what’s going on in advance, you’ll feel more at ease — and maybe even look forward to these appointments.
The final step of the routine dental cleaning is scheduling your next one in six months. Scheduling your next cleaning right away is the best way to ensure that you don’t about your routine cleaning.
Even if you are diligent in your personal oral care, there is no better protection against dental issues than having professional teeth cleanings!
FAQs
How often should I have my teeth professionally cleaned?
Every six months for most people, which is why we build cleanings at that interval into your dental plan and schedule the next one before you leave. That rhythm is what keeps plaque and tartar from hardening into the kind of buildup that leads to gingivitis, decay and enamel erosion.
How long does a professional teeth cleaning appointment take?
A cleaning is a single visit that covers more than the cleaning itself. Your hygienist starts with an exam of your whole mouth, then scales plaque and tartar from above and below the gumline, flosses around every tooth, polishes, and schedules your next visit before you leave. How long it runs comes down to how much buildup we find, since that’s what determines the kind of cleaning you need.
What is the difference between a regular cleaning and a deep cleaning?
A regular cleaning is preventive. We clear plaque and tartar from your tooth surfaces above and below the gumline, then polish so buildup has a harder time returning. A deep cleaning, known clinically as scaling and root planing, is treatment rather than maintenance, used when gum disease has progressed and bacteria have settled into the pockets below the gumline. We decide which one you need from the extent of your buildup and the condition of your gums.
Why do I need a professional cleaning if I brush and floss every day?
Brushing and flossing daily is the foundation, but once plaque hardens into tartar it bonds to the tooth and no toothbrush will lift it off. That’s the part we handle, scaling it away from above and below the gumline and then polishing off the residue your routine missed. Home care and professional cleanings aren’t alternatives to each other, they work together.