Dental Cleanings

WHAT ARE DENTAL CLEANINGS?

A professional dental cleaning is a preventive measure that will help you improve your smile and make your natural teeth last longer. Using state-of-the-art equipment, a biannual dental cleaning at Sunshine Dental removes tartar and plaque that has built up and then polishes the enamel for a brighter, healthier smile. During your cleaning, you can ask for tips on better home oral care and discover certain areas that may need special care. A professional dental cleaning will give our team a chance to look for any areas of concern in your mouth that may require care. Getting a professional dental cleaning is an important step in keeping up your oral health so schedule appointments for your family at our Corona, CA location today.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF DENTAL CLEANINGS?

At Sunshine Dental, our Corona, CA patients who receive regular dental cleanings can expect to enjoy a number of benefits following their procedure, including:

• Prevention of disease by noticing cavities and other problems before they grow
• Reduction of debris and plaque accumulation on tooth surfaces
• Improvement of overall tooth aesthetics and health
• Election for fluoride treatment to harden and protect teeth

WHO IS A CANDIDATE FOR DEEP DENTAL CLEANINGS?

If you have teeth that can be cleaned, you’re a candidate. The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends people have professional dental cleanings twice per year. Infants should get a dental exam before their first birthday and following that, our Corona, CA team can help you decide when your child is ready for their next dental appointment. A professional cleaning may help you avoid cavities because plaque buildup, the biggest reason for tooth decay, is removed. A cleaning will also remove stains and tartar on your enamel. If you would like to freshen your breath, brighten your smile, boost your health, and save money in the long run, make an appointment for a deep cleaning at Sunshine Dental.

WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT WITH A DEEP CLEANING?

Your dental cleaning will begin by addressing the plaque and tartar deposits on your teeth, which can be difficult to treat at home with the usual daily brushing and flossing. Advanced equipment is used to carefully scale buildup without affecting the enamel. In the case of a deep cleaning, or scaling and root planing, built-up tartar is scraped away from under the gumline. Every tooth will be treated individually to get all the plaque and tartar removed. Once the teeth have been cleaned, your enamel will be polished to remove any stains. If requested or needed, a fluoride treatment may be completed after the cleaning for additional protection against tooth decay.