A dental cleaning is a professional cleaning you receive from your dental hygienist and is usually completed in less than 30 minutes. Cleanings should be performed every six months to prevent excessive plaque buildup. Plaque left untreated can lead to unhealthy gums and tooth decay. A routine dental cleaning should include scaling, root planing and polishing. Scaling and root planing is the process of removing plaque and tartar from all tooth surfaces with a variety of methods, depending on the amount of plaque and tartar. Polishing completes the cleaning, making the surface of the teeth smooth and minimizing future plaque build-up.
"I am so happy and relieved after my cleaning and exam with Dr. Chisik. The cleaning was gentle. The hygienist was excellent. Their office has all the latest tech and they walked me through any trouble spots found and how we should and will address them. I am by no means “excited” to return to the dentist, But I am certainly no longer afraid, and I feel confident that I have the right people to help me with any of my dental concerns. Thank you to Dr. Chisik and your amazing team!"
