Most people don’t look forward to going to the dentist for those twice yearly dental cleanings. But if you are a patient in the office of our Littleton dentist, there are tools available that might be able to change your mind.
A professional dental cleaning is intended to remove plaque and stain that you have been unable to remove through your own daily oral hygiene routine. And even if you are confident that you do the best job possible on your own, over time bacteria and food particles build up on your teeth and the softer surfaces in your mouth. These form the tartar and plaque build-up, which necessitates those visits to your dentist for a professional cleaning we can’t get at home.
One of the tools available to your dental provider is an ultrasonic cleaner. Your dentist or dental hygienist is able to remove that stubborn plaque below the gum line where it can do the most damage. The ultrasonic cleaning instrument allows for removal of plaque and stains more comfortably and in a much shorter period of time than using the traditional manual hand pieces.
The gentle cleansing action not only does the best job of removing plaque, but since the ultrasonic is used in conjunction with water, the debris removed from your teeth is flushed away immediately. You are able to obtain a deep cleaning while the ultrasonic is blasting away the unwanted plaque.
Another great benefit to the ultrasonic is the ability to get under the gum line to remove plaque. Why is this so important? Plaque build-up at the gum line can lead to gingivitis causing bad breath, decay and the more serious problem of periodontal dental disease.
may lead to infection, tooth loss and can even do damage to your overall health. In addition, once you are diagnosed with periodontal disease, there are many more dental procedures that might be needed to save your teeth and preserve your good health.
Not all patients need the deep cleaning available by using the ultrasonic cleaner. But if you suffer from excess plaque build-up or stubborn dental stain, on your next visit to our dental office, inquire about ultrasonic cleanings and the benefits you may derive by its use.