Fort Lauderdale Teeth Cleaning 

Our teeth never feel as clean and fresh as after professional teeth cleanings. Although the brighter smile is motivating for many patients, this is not the biggest benefit of keeping up with regular dental visits. Professional cleanings help keep your teeth and gums healthy, which prevents cavities and gum disease. Since periodontal disease is associated with other health problems, such as cardiovascular disease, maintaining oral health also benefits your overall health and wellness. 

Regular professional teeth cleaning is important for: 

• Removing stains from the teeth
• Cleaning plaque and tartar from the teeth
• Preventing gum disease
• Detecting oral cancer or other problems

When you come for regular cleanings, we can keep track of the condition of your teeth from one visit to the next, which is helpful for detecting problems as they develop. Although the oral health benefits are most important for a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums, there are also aesthetic benefits. Regular teeth cleanings keep your smile healthy, bright, and attractive, so you smile with confidence. 

The Teeth Cleaning Procedure 

For many patients, knowing what to expect during professional teeth cleaning in Fort Lauderdale helps to alleviate anxiety and make them feel more comfortable. The cleaning process starts with scraping any plaque or tartar from the teeth and at or below the gumline. After the tartar has been broken up, you will rinse your mouth with water. 

Once we have removed the buildup of plaque and tartar, we clean your teeth using special instruments and an abrasive toothpaste. Floss is used to clean between the teeth, and we polish your teeth to complete the cleaning and prevent future plaque accumulation. Fluoride treatments may be used to protect against cavities and tooth decay. 

Maintaining Oral Hygiene at Home 

The best way to maintain healthy teeth and gums is a combination of regular professional cleanings and good oral hygiene at home. You should brush your teeth at least twice a day and floss your teeth every day to prevent plaque and tartar from building up on the teeth, between the teeth, and at the gumline. 

In addition to cleaning your teeth, we focus on educating our patients about proper home care. We can teach you how to clean your teeth properly at home with techniques that are most effective for maintaining your oral health. If our dentist notices a problem area where plaque or tartar has been building up, we will advise you of the problem, so you can pay extra attention to those areas. 

Contact Amazing Smiles Dental Spa at (954) 800-6565 to set up an appointment for your next professional teeth cleaning.