When was the last time you had a professional teeth cleaning? If it's been more than six months, it's time to schedule an appointment with our dentist in South Bend, IN. During your visit, we'll have the opportunity to from your teeth. This is vital to maintaining a healthy smile and reducing your risk of developing oral health issues later in life.
What are the Benefits of Teeth Cleanings?
In addition to cleaning your smile, we're also able to detect oral health issues in their early stages. This drastically reduces your risk of experiencing a dental emergency. Not to mention, it helps you preserve as much natural tooth structure as possible. For example, our South Bend dentist may be able to treat a small cavity with a filling but would recommend a crown to restore a tooth with significant decay.
Your routine dental cleanings are also a good time to ask questions about your health and oral hygiene practices. Our dentist can recommend certain products to improve your oral hygiene. For instances, many patients benefit from using a fluoride mouth rinse to help strengthen tooth enamel. Likewise, your teeth cleaning appointment is a good opportunity to let our dentist know about any oral health issues you may have experienced since your last visit with us.
How Often Should I Get Teeth Cleanings?
In general, you should get a professional teeth cleaning at least every six months. However, you may require more frequent if you have a chronic condition that requires close monitoring. For example, our dentist may suggest that you see us more often if you have periodontitis (a serious gum infection). Regardless of your circumstances, you can trust our dentist to tailor your treatment plan to meet your specific needs.
Schedule Your Next Teeth Cleaning
Our , is accepting new patients and would be more than happy to help you maintain a healthy smile for life. To schedule your next teeth cleaning with us, please call Select Dental Associates at (574) 232-8888. You may also fill out our online contact form and someone from our team will reach out to you soon.
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