At Downey Dental Arts, we want to help you achieve a beautiful, healthy smile. In addition to providing an array of cosmetic treatments, our Downey dentist also offers cleaning and prevention services. Such treatments can help you prevent painful dental issues and expensive dental treatments.
Dental cleanings can help prevent the two main causes of tooth loss: gum disease and dental decay.
The plaque that builds up on our teeth is full of bacteria that can irritate the gums and cause inflammation, bleeding, and eventually, bone loss. The bacteria in the plaque also release harmful acids that damage the enamel.
Regular home care is vital for removing plaque. So, too, are preventative dental cleanings in Downey.
Your dental hygienist will remove plaque below the gumline that is impossible to remove with a toothbrush and floss. The combination of home care and professional prevention will help keep your teeth, gums, and jawbones healthy and strong.
Dental prevention in Downey includes:
Most insurance companies will pay for preventative services because it serves them as much as it serves you.
If you see your Downey dentist for cleanings and exams on a regular basis, you are less likely to need major restorative treatments, which cost more for you and your insurance company than preventative services.
Because of this, many insurance companies cover these services at 80% - 100%.
Actually, they can! Plaque makes your teeth look dingy, and it stains, too. Remove the plaque regularly, and your teeth will look shiny, clean, and whiter.
Of course, other lifestyle factors play an important role in whether you can successfully prevent enamel stains. Your teeth are more likely to stain if you:
Other factors include:
If you are concerned about staining, talk to your dentist about ways to whiten your teeth in addition to cleanings and prevention in Downey.
Home care is a must!
Brush your teeth at least twice a day. If possible, brush after every meal and snack. We get that you have a life that's often busy and hectic. Brushing this often is not always possible. Just do the best you can. Carry a travel toothbrush with you, rinse your mouth after meals, etc.
Floss your teeth once a day. Talk to your Downey dentist about proper flossing techniques to ensure you get as far below the gum line as possible.
If you can, invest in an electric toothbrush. They simultaneously help clean your teeth better than a manual toothbrush while still being gentle on your gums.
The easiest (and best) thing you can do if you want to achieve a beautiful smile is take preventative dental action. This includes creating and sticking to a healthy home care practice, as well as visiting your Downey dentist for teeth cleaning and preventative services.
The investment you make has a huge return – it can help prevent most major dental issues, which can result in pain or discomfort and high dental costs. With a few preventative steps, you can keep your teeth healthy and your smile beautiful.
Keep Your Teeth Healthy and Strong for a Lifetime!
Contact our team today to learn more about dental cleaning and prevention in Downey. Fill out the appointment request form or call us at (562) 445-3363.
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