Deep Cleaning | Teeth Cleaning

Gum disease affects about 47% of the US population has periodontal disease (gum disease). That equals to about 65 million adults that are affected by periodontal disease. The number is shockingly high and begs to question what can be done to combat this type of disease. Also, we can ask why there is such a large amount of people that suffer from gum disease.

Why Do I Need A Dental Cleaning?Brushing and flossing are effective but it is also not enough to maintain your gums healthy. Visiting your dentist for regular cleaning is also necessary in order to completely clean your teeth and gums. Dental cleaning involves using tools and special cleaning methods designed to reach hard to get places that cant be clean be cleaned by flossing or using a toothbrush.

Gum disease arises because of several reasons. One reason is that a large majority of people completely neglect their dental health. Brushing and flossing regularly can help maintain your oral health. Flossing for the most part seems tedious and time-consuming for most people. Practicing this daily can help to get rid of food that gets stuck between your teeth. If this food is left there bacteria will start to build and slowly start to develop into periodontal disease.

What Is A Dental Deep Cleaning?

When you neglect your dental health for a long time, and you develop gum disease you will notice that your gums will be really sensitive and may also bleed when you brush or floss your teeth. Deep cleaning can help reverse the effects of periodontal disease. This type of teeth cleaning is more vigorous than regular dental cleaning. The hygenist will use invasive methods in order to completely rid you of the harmful bacteria affecting your gums and teeth.

How Much Does A Deep Cleaning Cost?

The average price of deep cleaning is usually around $800 - $1000. iSmile Specialists offers a promotional rate of $399 for cash or credit customers at our dental office. Free estimates are available for patients with dental insurance. The quality of our dental services is the absolute highest

How Do I Know If I Need My Teeth Cleaned?Generally, it is recommended that you visit the dentists for a check-up at least twice a year. Visiting the dentist will allow you to know exactly where you stand in terms of your oral hygiene. For the most part, our teeth are always in need of constant cleaning. Every time we eat food it is bound to get stuck somewhere in between our teeth or inside our gums.

Brushing and flossing in between dental visits are vital to maintaining your oral health. However, this will not mean you never have to visit the dentist. Even the best brushing and flossing techniques can not guarantee that you will not need professional teeth cleaning. Plaque and tartar develop over time and require a little more than a toothbrush to remove completely.

What are the types of teeth cleaning?There are two types of dental cleanings. Regular dental cleaning and deep dental cleaning. Regular dental cleaning removes plaque and tartar build-up occurring naturally over time. Cleaning should be done at least once or twice a year.

When cleaning is not performed regularly the chances of developing periodontal disease increases substantially. If this happens a deep cleaning will be needed to treat the gum disease.

Do Regular Dental Cleanings Improve Dental Health?Yes! Having your teeth regularly cleaned can prevent the build-up of plaque. Plaque is a sticky substance that is created as a result of chemical reactions that occur in your mouth. It is usually formed with a mixture of food particles, bacteria, and saliva.

If plaque is left uncleaned it will turn into tartar and it becomes much more difficult to remove from your teeth. Tartar can make your teeth appear yellow and also give you bad breath.

Leaving plaque and tartar on your teeth for long periods of time can cause you to develop gum diseases such as gingivitis. If you start to develop these types of periodontal diseases then you will most likely be in need of deep cleaning.

Bio For Dr. Kanaan: Name: Wael Kanaan. Dds MS Specialty: Orthodontic & Tmj. Gender: Male Education: 2005 Postgraduate residency in Orthodontics, Saint Louis University. 2005 Master degree in Dentistry "Research" Saint Louis University.