Routine Dental Cleanings in North Carolina
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It may surprise you to learn that it only takes 24 hours for plaque that has not been removed from your teeth to turn into calculus (tartar). Although that is not what anyone wants to hear, those daily home cleanings do help control plaque and tartar formation, but those hard-to-reach areas will always need special attention. At CarolinasDentist, our well-trained team is here to help you keep that bright beautiful smile!
Once your initial periodontal treatment is complete, your dentist and hygienist will recommend regular maintenance cleanings (periodontal cleanings), usually four times a year. During these cleaning visits, the pocket depths will be carefully checked to ensure that they are healthy. Plaque and calculus that are difficult for you to remove daily will be removed from above and below the gum line.
The Benefits of Routine Cleaning
We’ll meet with you to craft your personalized preventive oral health program. This step saves you time, stress and money by utilizing preventive maintenance care to keep problems from occurring or to stop them in their tracks altogether. Our variety of oral hygiene services will keep your teeth and gums healthy and limit your risk of future problems.
Our Routine Dental Exams & Cleanings
It’s said that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. This is truly the case when it comes to your oral health. Even if you don’t have any pressing dental concerns, you should still visit our dental team for a professional teeth cleaning and exam every six months so we can make sure everything is in tip-top shape. That way we can deal with problems (like cavities and gum disease) while they’re still small.
During these dental clinic visits, we evaluate your overall oral health; take X-rays to detect issues; remove stains, plaque, and tartar; polish your teeth; and provide an oral cancer screening. We use an ultrasonic scaler that sprays away debris from teeth, which is a big improvement upon the uncomfortable scraping of traditional tools. We are also happy to give you pointers for at-home oral care.
Our Fluoride Treatment Works for You
Fluoride is a highly effective agent in preventing tooth decay. It is a natural mineral that strengthens teeth against acid and decay, and you’re probably most familiar with it via toothpaste. But it’s also present in most cities’ water supplies. Some people at a high-risk for cavities, or who have a fluoride deficiency, may require a bit more to help maintain a healthy smile. If your teeth need a boost in protection, we can topically apply fluoride to them in a simple, quick procedure.
Don’t Overlook Tooth Decay Prevention
Tooth decay is something many people don’t realize they have until their dentist breaks the bad news or a painful infection occurs. When decay is left untreated, it can result in a toothache, gum swelling, bad breath, and even tooth discoloration.
To better fight tooth decay, you should keep up with your regular dental office visits and practice good oral hygiene at home. At CarolinasDentist, we use the state-of-the-art CariFree device to detect cavities as early as possible. If you’re diagnosed with tooth decay, we can determine the best treatment for you. Otherwise, our dentists can discuss best practices for tooth decay prevention.
Hands Down Best Experience I have ever had a Dentist. From the Front door all the way to the Back. Everyone was friendly and had Positive Attitudes. The Nurse that brought me to my room made me so comfortable and was such a Sweetheart Haylye is such a sweetheart. I love to hear her say Hey Friend ! Kudos to this Office you Rule !!
I had my first visit today with this dentist and can't say enough about how great they were. Lolee did a fantastic job xraying,scanning , and cleaning my teeth. She got me started right on time. Dr. K was very friendly and approachable.I look forward to using this dental office in the coming years.
Having moved from the Cincinnati area here to the Fayetteville area I had to reestablish contact with all new health providers. Let me just say from start to finish everything exceeded my expectations of what a healthcare provider should be. The initial appointment was set up for August and I asked to be placed on the list if there should be any cancellations because I was overdue for my six month cleaning. I was actually able to get in two months earlier than the initial appointment. The staff was very accommodating and explained everything, but what really made me happy was the modern equipment they used to take care of my exam and my cleaning. Everything was explained as to what they were doing, and they had me totally at ease that I was in good hands.Every staff member I interacted with was pleasant and friendly. I was so impressed that I went ahead and signed up for the dental plan as I have recently retired and no longer have dental Insurance and this seemed like the best way to go.
