Dental Cleaning

Keep Your Smile Healthy

Keeping your teeth healthy needs more than just brushing and flossing every day. To prevent cavities, gum disease, and other oral health problems that could affect your smile, professional dental cleanings are essential. In order to maintain the health of your teeth and gums, North Hill Dental provides comprehensive dental cleanings that aim to remove plaque and tartar accumulation. Additionally, regular cleanings keep your breath fresh and your smile bright, which boosts your self-esteem.

What Is a Dental Cleaning?

A dental cleaning, sometimes called prophylaxis, is a preventative procedure that cleans teeth of surface stains, tartar, and plaque. Despite careful cleaning and flossing, teeth may accumulate plaque, a sticky layer of bacteria. This plaque eventually turns to tartar, which is impossible to get rid of with simple brushing and requires specialized cleaning equipment. If left unchecked, tartar accumulation can result in cavities, gum disease, and even tooth loss.

Types of Dental Cleaning

North Hill Dental provides a variety of dental cleanings to satisfy the needs of every patient. Our staff will suggest the best kind of cleaning based on your unique oral health requirements and the condition of your teeth and gums.

Routine Cleaning

Patients with generally healthy teeth and gums who have been going to the dentist are eligible for routine cleaning. After this scaling and polishing procedure, your teeth will be smooth, polished, and renewed, removing surface plaque and tartar. Routine cleanings are usually advised every six months to minimize plaque accumulation and preserve good dental health.

Deep Cleaning (Scaling and Root Planing)

For individuals exhibiting symptoms of gum disease, such as inflammation or periodontal pockets, a deeper cleaning is advised. This procedure includes root planing, smoothes the roots to aid gum reattachment, and scaling, removing tartar from the tooth surfaces and beneath the gum line. Deep cleaning maintains the health of the gums and teeth by controlling and reversing gum disease.

Periodontal Maintenance Cleaning

Patients with a history of gum disease who require continuous care to maintain healthy gums are the target audience for periodontal maintenance cleanings. The standard time between these cleanings is six months. However, they typically call for every three to four months. Periodontal maintenance entails a more thorough cleaning to protect gum disease from returning and maintain dental health.

Benefits of Dental Cleaning

Beyond just keeping your teeth clean, teeth cleanings have many other advantages. The following are some ways that routine cleanings support the maintenance of ideal dental health and general well-being:

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Prevents Cavities and Decay

Plaque accumulates and destroys enamel if you do not clean it regularly, making it one of the main causes of tooth decay. Professional cleanings lower the risk of cavities and maintain tooth structure by removing plaque and tartar that brushing and flossing may miss.

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Reduces Risk of Gum Disease

Plaque accumulation along the gum line is the first sign of gum disease. If you do not receive treatment, this may eventually result in gingivitis and more serious periodontal disease. Frequent cleanings maintain gums strong and healthy by removing dangerous germs and reducing irritation.

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Improves Freshness of Breath

Bacteria and tartar accumulation are frequent causes of foul breath. By clearing your mouth of microorganisms that cause odour, routine cleanings help you maintain fresh breath. Patients who continue to have foul breath in spite of practicing adequate dental hygiene can particularly benefit from this.

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Brightens Your Smile

In addition to polishing your teeth, professional cleanings eliminate surface stains from smoking, food, and beverages. This is an excellent choice for those who wish to improve their appearance quickly without whitening procedures and can give your smile a natural brightness.

Who Should Get a Dental Cleaning?

Dental cleanings are advised for all ages, from young toddlers to adults, as part of a thorough oral health regimen. However, the type and frequency of cleaning may change according to each person’s demands and oral health condition.

Children and Adolescents

Early dental cleanings prevent cavities, which are common in younger patients, and help kids form healthy oral hygiene practices.

Adults with Healthy Teeth and Gums

For people without a history of gum disease, routine cleanings every six months are usually enough to maintain dental health.

Patients with a History of Gum Disease

To keep the disease from returning and safeguard their gums' health, people with periodontal disease might need more frequent cleanings.

Even if you haven’t had a professional cleaning recently, you might still benefit from one if you have symptoms like bleeding gums, foul breath, or sensitivity. Our staff will suggest the appropriate cleaning schedule based on your particular requirements and objectives.

The Dental Cleaning Process

Here’s what you can expect during your teeth cleaning appointment at North Hill Dental:

We start by giving your teeth and gums a comprehensive examination to look for any indications of decay, gum irritation, or other possible problems.

We carefully remove tartar and plaque from the tooth surface and gum line using specialized instruments. In order to treat deeper pockets in patients with gum disease, we might clean below the gum line.

We polish the teeth to remove surface stains and make them glossy and smooth after scaling. Additionally, polishing lessens the accumulation of plaque on the tooth’s surface.

In order to leave your mouth clean and fresh, we floss in between your teeth to get rid of any last bits of dirt and, if necessary, give you a fluoride rinse.

Why Choose North Hill Dental?

Personalized Care

We believe in creating personalized dental experiences. Our team listens to your needs, addresses your concerns, and tailors treatments to ensure each visit is comfortable and stress-free.

Comprehensive Services

From preventive care to cosmetic and restorative treatments, we offer a full range of dental services under one roof, providing you with the convenience and continuity of care you deserve.

Advanced Technology

Our clinic uses state-of-the-art dental technology to enhance accuracy, improve comfort, and deliver exceptional results. With the latest advancements, we ensure each treatment is efficient.

Experienced Team

Our skilled dental professionals bring years of experience and genuine care to every appointment. We are dedicated to making each patient feel valued and confident in their dental care journey.

Schedule Your Dental Cleaning Today

Maintaining your smile’s health, freshness, and brightness requires routine dental cleanings. At North Hill Dental in Richmond Hill, Ontario, we guarantee you receive the best treatment possible by providing expert cleanings in a welcoming and cozy setting. Plan your regular cleaning before a problem arises to maintain proactive dental health.

Make an appointment for your dental cleaning by calling (647) 601 3277. Allow us to assist you in achieving a beautiful, healthy smile!

FAQs

It’s generally recommended to have a dental cleaning every six months. However, if you have a history of gum disease or specific oral health needs, more frequent cleanings may be advised.

For most people, dental cleaning is not painful. You may experience mild discomfort if you have sensitive gums or significant plaque buildup, but our team uses gentle techniques to ensure your comfort.

A routine dental cleaning usually takes about 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the amount of plaque buildup and your specific needs.

Yes, a professional cleaning can remove surface stains caused by foods, drinks, and tobacco, leaving your teeth looking cleaner and brighter. For deeper stains, you may want to consider additional whitening treatments.