Teeth Cleaning

Having your teeth cleaned is an important part of an overall dental health program. The most obvious benefit is the reduction of plaque and tartar, which is a major factor in the development of tooth decay, gingivitis, or bleeding gums, as well as more serious diseases involving the gums and teeth such as periodontal disease . For optimal health, it is advisable to have this procedure done a couple of times per year. Having a hygienist or dentist clean your teeth, addresses problems that even regular teeth brushing and flossing can miss.

Plaque is caused by bacteria which metabolizes carbohydrates from the food we eat, and attacks the protective enamel properties of the tooth in an acidic form, promoting tooth decay.

Tartar is plaque which can form and harden at the gumline and extend below it.

A good dentist and hygienist can counteract any plaque and tartar buildup before it leads to more serious dental health concerns.

In addition to the above benefits, having your teeth cleaned two times a year can help significantly reduce  overall long terms expenses associated with maintaining healthy, clean teeth. The costs of more serious dental procedures are significantly higher, than the relatively minor cost of preventative dental services such as cleaning and scaling.

Dr. Jennifer Bartlett has been helping her patients enjoy better overall oral health and cleaner teeth  for many years.  During the process, known as a prophylaxis, or “prophy” for short,  Dr. Bartlett will use specially designed dental tools to remove hard-to-get tartar and plaque for your teeth. She works along the front and back sides of the teeth, reaching places that ordinary brushing cannot adequately address. Once all traces of plaque and tartar are removed, Dr Bartlett applies a special polish to the teeth.

The process is simple, quick and pain-free. If you are considering getting your teeth cleaned, give Dr. Bartlett’s office a call. Our staff will do their best to help you with any questions you may have about teeth cleaning, or other dental-related matters.