Have you had your teeth cleaned in the last six months? Dental cleanings are one of the simplest preventative measures that can be done, and your Washington DC dental care team are happy to give you a thorough and gentle cleaning to keep your teeth healthy and give you confidence to smile.

Five reasons why regular teeth cleaning and check up are essential

• remove plaque, tartar (calculus) and tooth stains
• give the dentist the chance to check your mouth to catch cavities and gum disease early
• give the dentist a chance to get cavities early
• get rid of bad breath
• give a bright and white smile

Brushing and flossing are still very important but between dental visits plaque and stains will build-up which is where we come

Gums and teeth benefit from brushing and flossing, but over time, dental plaque and stains build up on tooth surfaces, which may lead to harder deposits that are difficult for brushing and flossing to remove. This is where the dentists at Water Brook Dental Care step in: A simple ultrasonic scaling procedure is performed using small instruments to remove hard plaque trapped beneath the gums.

Ultrasonic scalers act primarily to remove plaque and stains from tooth surfaces in areas that normal brushing and flossing can’t reach. A substantial build-up of tartar creates an environment that harbors gum disease, and cleaning these areas can act to prevent gingivitis, tooth decay, and loss of enamel from teeth.

To experience the difference and get more information about our cleaning and scaling processes, call 202-618-4910, or complete our online form.

When you come for your dental cleanings, you get much more than that. Surely, we know you like to get your teeth cleaned and we would like to give you what you want if it can get your teeth and gums healthy . We aim at giving you more than a teeth cleaning. Overall, if you are in good general dental health we recommend you dental visits every 6 months and you get all this:

• Digital xrays of your teeth once a year but if it’s needed, we take them more often to look at cavities and abnormalities
• Take off plaque and tartar from your teeth
• Put fluoride treatment to your teeth
• Do an exam to look for cavities and gum disease
• Inspect your mouth and throat for your other dental and oral disease including oral cancer

When we are finished, you can get on your way with fresh breath, clean teeth and bright smile.
Many people only need to get in for a dental cleaning every six months and that is enough to keep their gums in good shape. Some people need a little more than that, they need periodontal therapy so they can get back on track to good and healthy gums. Don’t worry, whether you need a regular teeth cleaning or gum therapy, our dentists and dental hygienists will take good care of you with their soft and gentle touch.

We want you to get involved in taking an active role in your dental health by brush at home at least twice a day, flossing at least once a day and keeping your dental appointments. When you have special treatment like braces to get your teeth straight, it will be important to brush your teeth every time you eat a meal or have a snack.