Teeth Cleaning

The goal of a healthy mouth throughout a lifetime can only be achieved with proper oral hygiene.  Diligent brushing and flossing at least twice daily and using an antibacterial mouthwash at least once daily are the foundation for caring for your teeth. 

This daily care helps clear the teeth of plaque buildup, but there is no way to remove it all from your mouth.  Plaque will still cling along the gum line and between teeth.  A professional cleaning every six months is the only way to remove the remaining plaque and tartar. 

Professional cleanings are administered by board-certified dental hygienists who have extensively trained to deep clean teeth with their specialized tools.  Keeping the extra plaque and tartar cleared off of the teeth prevents gingivitis, cavities, and periodontal disease from developing. 

Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in Ellicott City, MD, is dedicated to keeping your teeth squeaky clean.   

Dr. Kim examines the mouth for any problem areas that need to be addressed.  A scaler is then used to scrape the stubborn tartar and plaque from the teeth.  The scaling is the most hated portion of teeth cleaning, but daily brushing and flossing will keep this phase of the cleaning to a minimum. 

The teeth are then scrubbed with a professional-grade toothpaste (in your choice of yummy flavors) and later flossed.  Finally, the remaining debris is rinsed from the mouth. 

It is that simple.  Call 410-465-6262 today to schedule your professional cleaning.