Teeth cleaning removes plaque, tartar, and bacteria that brushing alone can’t eliminate, helping you prevent cavities, gum disease, and bad breath. At Miami Sedation & Cosmetic Dentistry, you receive a thorough, gentle cleaning that keeps your smile healthy while allowing our dentists to catch small issues before they become bigger problems.
Remove Buildup and Protect Your Smile
Over time, plaque, a sticky film of bacteria, builds up on your teeth from food particles and sugars. If not removed properly, it hardens into tartar (calculus), which can’t be brushed away at home, no matter how diligent you are with at-home oral hygiene. This buildup irritates the gums, leading to inflammation, bleeding, bad breath, and eventually gum disease or tooth decay.
Teeth cleaning is a professional process that removes plaque and hardened tartar from above and below the gumline using specialized instruments like ultrasonic scalers and hand tools. The teeth are then polished to smooth the enamel and reduce future buildup, often followed by flossing and a fluoride treatment to strengthen and protect your teeth.
Reasons to Consider Teeth Cleaning:
- Remove plaque and hardened tartar buildup
- Prevent cavities and tooth decay
- Reduce the risk of gum disease and inflammation
- Eliminate bad breath caused by bacteria
- Detect early signs of dental issues
- Maintain a brighter, more polished smile
- Support overall oral and systemic health
Your Complete Teeth Cleaning Experience
Your visit starts with a comprehensive exam, during which our dentists assess your gums using a periodontal probe to measure pocket depths and check for recession. We may review digital X-rays to identify buildup below the gumline. An ultrasonic scaler uses high-frequency vibrations and a cooling water spray to break apart tartar deposits and flush out bacteria.
We then use fine hand instruments, called curettes, to carefully remove any remaining calculus along the tooth surfaces and just beneath the gums. Your teeth are polished with a prophy paste and rotating brush to smooth enamel and limit future plaque buildup. We floss between each tooth, rinse thoroughly, and may apply fluoride to strengthen and protect your enamel.
FAQs
How Often Should You Get Your Teeth Cleaned?
You should have your teeth cleaned every six months to control plaque and tartar buildup. However, if you have gum disease, frequent buildup, or certain health conditions, you may need more frequent cleanings, often every three to four months, to maintain gum health.
Does Teeth Cleaning Hurt?
For most people, teeth cleaning is fairly comfortable. You may feel mild pressure or sensitivity, especially if there is significant tartar or gum inflammation. If you feel anxious or have sensitive teeth, we can offer IV sedation to help you stay relaxed throughout your visit.
What Is the Difference Between Regular Cleaning and Deep Cleaning?
Regular cleaning focuses on removing plaque and tartar above and slightly below the gumline. A deep cleaning, also called scaling and root planing, goes further by cleaning deep periodontal pockets and smoothing root surfaces to help the gums reattach and heal from gum disease.
How Long Does a Teeth Cleaning Take?
A standard cleaning usually takes about 45 minutes to an hour, depending on the amount of buildup and whether additional diagnostics are needed. More advanced cleanings may take longer or be completed over multiple visits to ensure thorough care.
Can Teeth Cleaning Whiten Your Teeth?
Teeth cleaning can make your smile appear brighter by removing surface stains from coffee, tea, wine, and tobacco. However, it does not change the natural color of your teeth. For more noticeable whitening, professional whitening treatments may be recommended.
Why Choose Miami Sedation & Cosmetic Dentistry for Teeth Cleaning?
Miami Sedation & Cosmetic Dentistry is committed to delivering thorough, comfortable teeth cleaning tailored to your needs. You receive precise care with advanced technology, and our dentists focus on prevention and early detection. If you feel anxious or sensitive, IV sedation helps you stay completely relaxed during your cleaning. Experience a higher level of care: schedule your consultation for teeth cleaning in Miami today.
