Dental Clean & Exam

Each patient’s needs are different. The hygienist and dentist will determine what your treatment needs are. In a well-maintained, healthy mouth, 6-month infection-control cleanings are standard. Some patients will require a shortened interval.

No. Mouth rinse is a great add-on treatment for some higher risk patients but it does not clean between our teeth in the same way that floss does. Bacteria within plaque are protected and highly resistant to any removal agents. Flossing allows us to disrupt the plaque film, exposing the bacteria and allowing easy removal.

During an oral examination our dentist and hygienist will check the condition of your mouth, looking for white patches, red patches, or sores in the tissue. They will also check your throat and neck for any lumps.

A deep cleaning is referring to more advanced forms of cleaning when the dental hygienist needs to clean bacteria, tarter, and other debris that has built up under the gumline. This is sometimes called scaling and root planing.

Cleaning and scaling your teeth causes minimal discomfort, however our hygienist can temporarily numb your gums with a numbing gel if needed.

Your dentist may recommend sealants at your dental examination.

Sealants are a non-invasive method to protect teeth, which may be prone to cavity formation. This can be due to poor enamel quality or deep grooves on teeth. Several material options are available and your dentist will select the correct option for the particular scenario.