Dental Cleaning and Oral Cancer Screening
The foundation of a beautiful smile is a good oral hygiene. This is why our doctors strongly recommend routine dental cleanings and check ups. In most cases, dental cleaning should be done two to three times a year to prevent common dental problems. Of course, you still need to do your homework which is brushing and flossing your teeth at least twice a day. During your six-month recalls we will not only remove calculus and plaque deposits from your teeth, but we will also perform a cancer screening.
Dental Sealants
Dental Sealants are used to protect the chewing surfaces of back teeth from cavities. Sealants are resin type material that bonds to the tooth enamel. They act as a barrier against the bacteria that is depositing acid onto the tooth surfaces. They are recommended for newly erupted molars are premolars that are free from cavities.
Topical Fluoride
Fluoride application takes place after professional teeth cleaning. It may be administered either in a form of flavored foam in a special tray or in a form of flavored varnish. The fluoride is soaked up by the enamel making the teeth less susceptible to acid erosion.
Oral Hygiene
Bacteria containing plaque is constantly forming on the surfaces of our teeth and gums. It can lead to dental decay and gum disease. The only way to prevent it is to mechanically remove it with daily self-care (such as tooth brushing and flossing), as well as regular prophylactic visits with your doctor.
Proper Brushing Technique
Proper Flossing Technique
Replace your toothbrush for a new one once you see the bristles flare out.
The foundation of a beautiful smile is a good oral hygiene. This is why our doctors strongly recommend routine dental cleanings and check ups. In most cases, dental cleaning should be done two to three times a year to prevent common dental problems. Of course, you still need to do your homework which is brushing and flossing your teeth at least twice a day. During your six-month recalls we will not only remove calculus and plaque deposits from your teeth, but we will also perform a cancer screening.
Dental Sealants
Dental Sealants are used to protect the chewing surfaces of back teeth from cavities. Sealants are resin type material that bonds to the tooth enamel. They act as a barrier against the bacteria that is depositing acid onto the tooth surfaces. They are recommended for newly erupted molars are premolars that are free from cavities.
Topical Fluoride
Fluoride application takes place after professional teeth cleaning. It may be administered either in a form of flavored foam in a special tray or in a form of flavored varnish. The fluoride is soaked up by the enamel making the teeth less susceptible to acid erosion.
Oral Hygiene
Bacteria containing plaque is constantly forming on the surfaces of our teeth and gums. It can lead to dental decay and gum disease. The only way to prevent it is to mechanically remove it with daily self-care (such as tooth brushing and flossing), as well as regular prophylactic visits with your doctor.
- Brush at least twice a day
- Floss at least once a day
- If you can’t brush after a meal, at least rinse with water
- If you chew gum, choose a sugarless one
- Eat a balanced, healthy diet
Proper Brushing Technique
- Proper brushing is essential for cleaning teeth and gums effectively. Use a toothbrush with soft, nylon, round- ended bristles that will not scratch and irritate teeth or damage gums.
- Place bristles along the gum line at a 45- degree angle
- Gently brush the tooth surface using a vibrating back
& forth rolling motion - Brush the occlusal (chewing) surfaces of the teeth using short, vibrating strokes
- Brush the inside of the upper and lower front teeth using gentle up and down strokes
- After you are done brushing your teeth, brush your tongue to remove bacteria for a fresh breath
Proper Flossing Technique
- Wrap about 18” of floss around your middle fingers. Hold the floss between thumbs and index fingers, leaving 1 to 2 inches of floss in between.
- Use index fingers to direct floss in between your lower teeth.
- Use your thumbs to direct floss in between your upper teeth.
- Using a sawing motion gently guide the floss between your teeth. Make a “C” shape with the floss moving it up and down on the side of the tooth.
- Slide the floss up and down against the tooth surface and under the gumline. Use a new clean section of floss for each tooth to prevent spreading of bacteria.
Replace your toothbrush for a new one once you see the bristles flare out.