Dental Cleaning

Dental Cleaning services offered in Phoenix, AZ

Routine dental cleaning is one of the most powerful tools in preserving solid dental health and hygiene. At Sunrise Smile Design in Phoenix, Arizona, Rick Campbell, DDS, and his team deliver comprehensive dental cleaning services during dental exam visits. If you’re overdue for a cleaning, contact the office online or by phone today to schedule an appointment.

Dental Cleaning Q & A

What are the benefits of professional dental cleaning?

Even if you brush and floss regularly, nothing can replace the benefits of having a dental professional clean your teeth. Professional dental cleanings are the only way to remove all traces of plaque and tartar from your teeth, including the spaces between teeth and beneath your gum line.

Dental cleanings happen during your dental exam visits. These appointments allow Dr. Campbell to check your teeth and gums for signs of decay, damage, or disease. He also examines your other oral tissues for abnormalities, which can be a sign of oral cancer.

Many dental health issues can be resolved with treatment. Catching problems early is often the best way to restore dental health with less invasive treatment options.

What should I expect during dental cleaning visits?

As you relax in the treatment chair, your dental practitioner checks your teeth for accumulations of plaque, which can harden into tartar if left in place too long. There are numerous ways to remove plaque and tartar, including using handheld dental tools to scrape those deposits off the surface of your teeth.

Another option is an ultrasonic scaler, which uses water and vibrations to remove deposits. Once your teeth are free of plaque and tartar, an expert flossing cleans the areas between teeth. Polishing with a special gritty paste is the step that delivers that smooth, glassy finish that is the best part of a professional cleaning.

This is a great time to ask how you can boost your at-home dental hygiene routines. Your practitioner can show you the best ways to brush and floss and answer any questions you have about specific toothbrushes, toothpastes, or other products.

If needed, your practitioner can apply a fluoride treatment at the end of your cleaning.

How often do I need a dental cleaning?

Most people benefit from coming in for professional dental cleanings twice a year. That timeline allows Dr. Campbell to detect areas of concern before they develop into more serious dental health problems.

If you’re overdue for a professional cleaning, contact Sunrise Smile Design to set up an appointment. You can always call directly or try the easy online booking option.