Although you may be disciplined and brush twice a day and floss, the results will never be as thorough as those you get when you have your teeth professionally cleaned. Many people feel that regular brushing at home is sufficient, that is not the case.
There are plenty of little nooks and crannies around your teeth, places which are difficult to clean. It is in these areas where plaque can develop, if left unchecked, plaque can eventually lead to gum disease and tooth decay.
With regular teeth cleaning in Skokie you can avoid these issues. There are a number of valid reasons why you should adhere to at least one professional cleaning every year, preferably two when you have your check-up.
Plaque buildup can lead to disease:
Plaque, if left unchecked can turn to tartar, a very hard substance that adheres to the surface of your teeth. Plaque and tartar lead to tooth decay, gum disease and potentially, bone and tooth loss. There is ample evidence that gum disease leads to diabetes and cardiovascular problems.
Oral cancer is diagnosed in one person every hour in the US. During regular teeth cleaning in Skokie your hygienist and dentist will have the opportunity to detect the presence of this killer disease early, allowing for early treatment.
What to expect during a tooth cleaning:
Once your dentist has taken X-Rays he or she will be in a position to determine which type of cleaning is required. In the greatest majority of cases all that is required is a basic cleaning which includes removing all evidence of plaque and tartar and polishing the teeth.
If the dentist should find evidence of gum disease it may be necessary to undertake a deeper cleaning which involves smoothing the surface of the tooth roots which allows the gum tissue to heal.
The importance of regular teeth cleaning in Skokie cannot be emphasized enough. You are invited to make an appointment for a check-up and tooth cleaning by contacting Chicago Dental Arts.
