CLEANINGS & PREVENTION

At Pearly Dental, we believe in the power of a consistent preventative maintenance program to not only prevent tooth decay and periodontal disease but also to help you avoid costly treatments and excessive dental chair time.

Regular visits to your hygienist and our doctors are crucial for maintaining oral health. A typical home care regimen should include brushing at least twice daily and flossing once, but did you know there are additional tools that can make oral care easier? Depending on your needs, we can recommend specific toothpastes, mouthwashes, and flossing aids to keep your smile looking radiant and healthy over the long term. These tools can make your daily hygiene practices more effective and your professional cleanings smoother and less taxing.

Diet also plays a vital role in oral health. Acidic foods and beverages can erode enamel, while a balanced diet helps maintain strong, healthy teeth and gums. With regular professional exams and cleanings, a dedicated home care routine, and a nutritious diet, you can prevent small dental issues from becoming major problems.

While dental emergencies can happen to anyone at any time, our patients who adhere to regular preventive care appointments generally face fewer issues over time. Professional cleanings conducted by a registered dental hygienist enable us to adopt a proactive stance towards your dental health, addressing problems while they are still minor. Despite your best efforts, deposits of mineralized plaque, known as tartar, cling to teeth surfaces. These deposits provide a breeding ground for millions of harmful bacteria. If left untreated, they release toxins into the gums, leading to severe chronic conditions and potentially resulting in tooth loss.

Removing tartar during your professional hygiene visit prevents it from causing irreversible damage. We employ professional tools and prescription-strength polishing paste that gently removes stains and plaque, rendering your teeth exceptionally smooth and glossy. Since discoloration penetrates the enamel of your teeth over time, this procedure also helps to slow down yellowing and creates a glass-like surface that enhances cleaning effectiveness.