A dental cleaning is a professional cleaning you receive from your dental hygienist and is usually completed in less than 30 minutes. Cleanings should be performed every six months to prevent excessive plaque buildup. Plaque left untreated can lead to unhealthy gums and tooth decay. A routine dental cleaning should include scaling, root planing and polishing. Scaling and root planing is the process of removing plaque and tartar from all tooth surfaces with a variety of methods, depending on the amount of plaque and tartar. Polishing completes the cleaning, making the surface of the teeth smooth and minimizing future plaque build-up.
"Dr. Gile and her staff are the most welcoming and efficient. They take the time to get to know you and help explain everything they are doing so you can understand your treatment. Dr. Gile will always keep in mind what you want your smile to look like and help you reach those goals. 5/5 would recommend to anyone looking for treatment, or even just a routine check-up."
