Dental cleanings are vital for your oral health. If you want a strong, healthy, and beautiful smile, it’s best to visit your dentist, for a checkup every six months. There are many reasons why you should do so, and some reasons include:

Stop tooth loss
Gum disease, which starts with built-up plaque, is a major cause of tooth loss in adults. As gum disease advances, plaque moves further down the tooth where it can destroy the supporting bone in your jaw, causing teeth to loosen and fall out. Luckily, the chance of this happening to you can be greatly reduced through regular dental cleanings combined with good oral hygiene habits.

Prevent cavities
Dental cleanings are the only treatment that can completely remove plaque from your smile.
Plaque is the whitish film that builds up on your teeth and is the leading cause of tooth decay. This acidic substance eats away at the tooth enamel and, if left unattended, can lead to cavities. Plaque can be removed by brushing, flossing and dental cleanings.

Brighten your smile
Drinking coffee, tea and wine or using tobacco can stain your teeth. A dental cleaning can remove built-up stains and leave you with freshly polished teeth. The result? A whiter, brighter smile!

Dental cleanings save you money
Because dental cleanings are preventative treatments, they help you fight and prevent many serious dental issues that cost a large amount of money to fix. If you attend your checkups, you will prevent these issues and save money in the future.

If you would like to know more about why dental cleanings are strongly recommended, please feel free to call (407) 674 8754 and talk to Debby. We are here to help you in any way we can.