Dental Cleanings: FAQs

When it comes to keeping your teeth and gums in excellent condition, you are probably aware of two things: First, you need to brush and floss your teeth every single day. Second, you need to schedule appointments with us for dental cleanings to keep your teeth in amazing health. However, beyond the basics, you may find that you have some questions in regard to what you can expect from your cleanings, how often you should see us, and similar information. We encourage you to feel educated about preventive care by considering the following questions and answer:

Question & Answers About: Dental Cleanings

Question: Do I need to brush my teeth, floss my teeth, and also come in for cleanings?

Answer: Yes. These are all equally important aspects of preventive dentistry. You will need to brush your teeth twice a day and floss once a day no matter what. In addition, even if you take excellent care of your teeth at home, you will still need to see us for dental cleanings. During this time, we will clean the remaining plaque from your teeth. Even with excellent home care, you simply cannot get rid of every trace of plaque on your own.

Question: How often should I schedule my dental cleanings with you?

Answer: We suggest that our patients visit us once every six months for a dental cleaning. If you need more frequent visits, we will suggest a unique schedule for your particular needs. This may be the case if you suffer from problems, such as gum disease.

Question: How will you clean my teeth?

Answer: We will gently yet comprehensively clean your teeth by using special instruments to remove dental plaque. This is a sticky substance full of bacteria that sticks to your teeth surfaces and just beneath your gumline. After we remove the plaque, we will polish your smile.

ABOUT YOUR DALLAS, TX FAMILY DENTISTS:

Dr. Tran, Dr. Hoang, and the friendly, welcoming staff at Gentle Smiles will do everything possible to make you feel at home. Contact us today by calling 972-329-7645 (972-329-SMILE) to experience our compassionate, effective, and individualized care. We proudly serve patients from Dallas, TX, and all surrounding communities, including Mesquite, Balch Springs, Garland, and Seagoville.