When it comes to dental health, preventative care is your best cure for almost everything that could go wrong.
Dr. Borin Yann DDS serves dental patients in Alexandria with that principle in mind. This includes routine dental exams and cleanings to spot the first signs of problems and act to correct them.
What Happens During a Dental Cleaning?
Dental cleanings are virtually painless procedures in which dental hygienists do the following:
- Remove plaque and tartar from your teeth using a variety of dental tools.
- Floss your teeth.
- Polish your teeth.
- Apply fluoride treatments to your teeth.
Once the dental cleaning is complete, the dentist performs a thorough dental examination.
Why are Routine Dental Cleanings So Important?
Dental cleanings are essential for good dental health for the following reasons and more:
- They help to prevent cavities.
- Provide effective prevention against conditions that cause bad breath and gum disease.
- Enhance the appearance of your smile.
- Helps you develop a positive relationship with your dentist.
- Provides a healthy example for your children to follow.
- Reduces the appearances of stains on teeth.
- May help you avoid costly dental procedures down the road.
As you can see, all the reasons listed above are outstanding reasons to have regular dental cleanings.
What Happens During a Dental Examination?
Your dental exam typically involves x-rays to look for signs of bone loss and/or gum disease along with a visual inspection of your teeth and gums to look for the following:
- Signs of tooth decay.
- Signs of infections in your mouth.
- Indications of oral health problems and or conditions.
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