Incorporate Regular Dental Cleanings into Your Oral Hygiene Routine

What do you do when you wake up and right before bedtime? If you said brushing and flossing your teeth, congratulations! Diligent at-home dental care is essential for maintaining optimal oral health. However, you still need to see a dentist at least twice annually to maintain that healthy, glowing smile. Routine dental cleanings at Jepsen, Murphy & Associates Dental in Westminster, Colorado, fill areas overlooked by home dental care.

What to expect during a dental cleaning

All professional cleaning appointments in our office start with a dental exam. Our team physically inspects your mouth to look for signs of cavities, gum disease/bone support loss, oral cancer, misalignments, Sleep Apnea concerns, and other dental issues. We also use digital x-rays to examine the deeper structures in your mouth. If we find any problems, we’ll recommend a treatment plan to restore your oral health. 

During cleaning, our dentist or dental hygienist uses a small tool to remove plaque and tartar (calculus) above and beneath the gum line. Once we eliminate the accumulated dental calculus, we floss and polish your teeth to remove any deposits and surface stains. 

Depending on the condition of your teeth, routine dental cleaning should take an average of 60 minutes. Dental cleaning takes a short time, but the results are long-lasting. The procedure is also painless and doesn’t require anesthesia. However, if you have dental anxiety, don’t hesitate to talk to us about sedation dentistry for a worry-free dental experience.  

Why you should visit the dentist for regular cleanings

Seeing your dentist every year isn’t just for fun. Professional cleanings at our office properly clean the “tricky spots” you might miss with a toothbrush. While you diligently clean your teeth at home, there are areas in your mouth you can’t access. Our dental team has the skills and tools to give you a thorough cleaning than what you do at home. 

Dental cleanings promote oral health and overall well-being. These are the many benefits of standard teeth cleanings.

• Prevent oral issues: Plaque and tartar are the root causes of many problems in your mouth. When left to thrive, dental calculus puts you at risk of cavities, gum disease, bad breath, and other issues. Our professional team gently removes built-in calculus to keep your teeth and gums in great shape. 
• Protect your body: Have you ever heard about the mouth-body connection? Issues in your mouth can introduce systematic problems in the entire body. Guarding the “gateway” to your body — your mouth —through optimal dental care keeps your overall health issue-free.
• Early detection of dental problems: During a dental cleaning, we can identify early signs of dental problems such as cavities, cracked teeth, and oral cancers for timely treatment before the issues advance.
• Keeps your smile beautiful: Dental cleanings remove unappealing calculus and surface stains to reveal a radiant smile.

Oral care between cleaning visits

While dental cleanings are great for your teeth and gums, you must practice good oral hygiene at home for all-rounded dental care. Brush your teeth twice daily with fluoride toothpaste with a soft-bristled toothbrush. Floss at least once daily, preferably before bedtime. Also, we recommend an antimicrobial mouthwash to complement brushing and flossing. 

Professional teeth cleaning near me

Due for a dental cleaning in Westminster, CO? Please call (303) 800-6884 to schedule an appointment with Jepsen, Murphy & Associates Dental. We can’t wait to help you achieve the healthy, beautiful smile you deserve.

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