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Preventive Cleanings & Deep Cleanings

Dental cleanings are essential preventive procedures that remove plaque and tartar buildup to maintain oral health, prevent gum disease, and keep your smile bright and healthy

What is?

Regular preventive cleanings (prophylaxis) remove plaque and tartar from tooth surfaces, while deep cleanings (scaling and root planing) clean below the gumline to treat early stages of periodontal disease and prevent its progression.

Who is it for?

Preventive cleanings are for everyone as part of routine dental care. Deep cleanings are specifically for patients showing signs of periodontal disease, including deep pockets between teeth and gums, gum inflammation, and bone loss.

What are the benefits?

Benefits include prevention of cavities and gum disease, fresher breath, brighter smile, early detection of dental issues, reduced risk of tooth loss, and potential savings by avoiding costly treatments for advanced dental problems.

Is it painful?

Preventive cleanings cause minimal discomfort. Deep cleanings may cause sensitivity, but local anesthesia is used to ensure your comfort during the procedure, with any post-cleaning sensitivity typically resolving within a few days.

First Steps?

Treatment begins with a comprehensive examination including periodontal measurements to assess gum health and determine whether a regular cleaning or deep cleaning is appropriate for your specific needs.
What to expect on the day?

During a preventive cleaning, the dentist or hygienist will remove plaque and tartar, polish your teeth, and provide personalized oral hygiene instructions. Deep cleanings involve more thorough scaling below the gumline and may be performed by quadrant over multiple appointments.
Recovery?

Recovery from preventive cleanings is immediate with no downtime. After deep cleanings, you may experience mild sensitivity for 1-2 days, manageable with over-the-counter pain relievers and avoiding very hot or cold foods. Soft food diet is recommended while healing.

Can it be combined with other procedures?

Yes, cleanings are often combined with comprehensive exams, X-rays, fluoride treatments, and dental sealants as part of a preventive care visit, or before beginning restorative or cosmetic dental procedures.

How Long?

Preventive cleanings typically take 25-45 minutes. Deep cleanings may require 1-2 hours and are often performed in 1-2 appointments depending on the extent of treatment needed and patient comfort.

Restrictions?

There are no significant restrictions following cleanings. For deep cleanings, you may need to follow a soft food diet for 1-2 days and use prescribed or recommended antimicrobial mouth rinses to support gum healing. Over the counter pain medications can help with gum discomfort.

Preventive Cleanings & Deep Cleanings

What is?

Who is it for?

What are the benefits?

Is it painful?

First Steps?

What to expect on the day?

Recovery?

Can it be combined with other procedures?

How Long?

Restrictions?

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