Teeth Cleaning
Routine
dental cleanings usually include polishing (plaque and stain
removal) and scaling (or tartar removal) of all tooth surfaces
above the gums.
The frequency of cleaning visits depends on your case. Some
people tend to accumulate stain and tartar much quicker than
others. The amount of time needed to perform a cleaning varies
depending on the condition of your mouth. Of course, patients
with more tartar and plaque buildup need longer appointments
than those who have relatively clean teeth. In moderate cases,
the procedure can be performed in 45 minutes to an hour. When
tartar develops below the gums, a more involved procedure is
required, called root planing. (see Gum Disease) In order to
determine your needs, a full exam is performed and subsequent
appointments scheduled appropriately.
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