What Are Dental Cleanings?
Even if you brush and floss your teeth perfectly at home, getting a professional cleaning twice yearly at San Ramon Family Dental can still be beneficial. Using state-of-the-art tools, a professional dental cleaning eliminates tartar and plaque that has built up while polishing your teeth for a brighter, healthier smile. After your cleaning, you can get tips on ways to better clean your teeth at home and learn if there are any areas that need extra care. A dental cleaning will allow Dr. Rupam Khanna to look for any areas of concern in the mouth that may require care. Having a professional dental cleaning is an essential part of keeping up your oral health so make appointments for your family at our San Ramon, CA dental office.
What Should I Expect During A Dental Cleaning?
A professional cleaning starts by removing the tartar and plaque buildup from your enamel, which can be challenging to remove at home with just daily brushing and flossing. Special instruments are used to scale buildup without harming the tooth. To start, a device with ultrasonic technology addresses bigger chunks of plaque and tartar with high-speed vibrations and a lubricating mist. Next, handheld instruments (like a curette or scaler) will remove the remaining pieces. Each tooth will be treated individually to get all the tartar and plaque. Once the teeth have been scaled, the enamel will be polished to strengthen the enamel and remove stains. A professional fluoride treatment may be done following the cleaning if requested or needed.
What Are the Benefits of Dental Cleanings?
San Ramon, CA patients who receive routine dental cleanings can expect to have a handful of advantages after their appointment, including:
- Opportunity to choose fluoride treatment to fortify and shield oral wellness
- Reduction of plaque and debris accumulation
- Prevention of problems, like dental caries or other concerns before they worsen
- Enhancement of comprehensive tooth health and aesthetic
San Ramon Family Dental Reviews
Excellent service to patient: good cleaning and good planning ahead!
My whole family has been going to Dr. Khanna's office for many years. The staff is so friendly and they do a very thorough cleaning!
Always a fantastic experience at San Ramon Dental. Kayla is incredibly friendly and always accommodating. Additionally, the hygiene team did an excellent job, providing thorough and gentle care during my appointment. I highly recommend this clinic for their outstanding customer service and skilled dental professionals.
Outstanding service to me! the patient! Excellent job cleaning teeth which I had neglected. Pleasant conversation, and good planning for the future!Tom O'Neill- Livermore
Teeth cleaning was meticulously thorough, striking a perfect balance - not too harsh not too gentle, just right.
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Who Is A Candidate for A Dental Cleaning?
The ADA (American Dental Association) suggests people have a professional cleaning twice yearly. Children should have their first dental exam before they turn one, and after that, Dr. Khanna can help you determine when your child is old enough for their next appointment. A professional dental cleaning may help you avoid cavities because plaque buildup, the main reason for tooth decay, is removed. A professional cleaning will also remove stains and tartar from your enamel. If you would like to freshen your breath, brighten your smile, boost your health, and avoid spending money on more expensive treatments, schedule a professional cleaning for your whole family at San Ramon Family Dental.
Dental Cleanings FAQ
Are dental cleanings painful?
We do our best to ensure every patient feels comfortable during their dental cleaning at San Ramon Family Dental. If you ever do feel any pain, we will always do whatever we can to decrease your discomfort.
How long does it take to perform a dental cleaning?
The exact length of a dental cleaning can vary from one patient to another. However, it usually can take anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour, depending on the patient's specific needs and whether digital x-rays are required.
How can I be prepared for my dental cleaning?
We recommend brushing and flossing before your appointment, even if we're cleaning your teeth during your visit to San Ramon Family Dental. You should arrive early to our office if you are a new patient who needs to fill out paperwork or if you have to update your insurance information. If you are experiencing any oral pain, don't forget to tell your dental hygienist at the beginning of the appointment.
Professional Dental Cleaning
Keep your mouth healthy and bright with professional dental cleanings twice yearly at San Ramon Family Dental in San Ramon, CA. Dr. Khanna and her team help patients boost their oral health with dental cleanings to remove plaque and tartar buildup. As an essential part of any preventive dental care plan, a professional dental cleaning can keep you and your family from painful and expensive treatments later. Contact our dental office to schedule appointments for your whole family.