4 ways our hygienists keep your smile healthy and beautiful with professional dental cleanings

Our hygienists at Manchester Dental play an important role in keeping your smile healthy, happy, and looking great. During your regular six-month dental visit (checkup) at our office in Manchester, Georgia, Dr. Abel Aguilar will examine your teeth, gums, and mouth. Yet, no such visit would be complete without a professional teeth cleaning. This is where our hygienists’ advanced skills and technologies come into play. As important as it is to brush and floss at home, this cleaning service is distinctive and necessary for the health of your mouth and the beauty of your smile for at least four reasons. 

No. 1: Professional cleanings remove stubborn plaque. 

Plaque contributes to the development of tooth decay and gum disease, the primary causes of tooth loss. When this sticky bacterial film builds up and hardens on the teeth, it cannot be removed with a standard toothbrush, floss, or other OTC oral care products. Our hygienists use technologies like the Cavitron Jet Plus ultrasonic scaler and air polishing system to remove even the most stubborn substances, including plaque build-up or tartar. Due to the unique design, this ultrasonic scaler is also very gentle and makes for a painless process. Additionally, our hygienists have extensive training in the use of these technologies and in performing this service. This expertise supports a thorough, effective cleaning and ensures your safety and comfort. 

No. 2: Cleanings help to keep your smile dazzling. 

Along with removing stubborn tartar, our hygienists use their skills and technologies to remove stains that build up on the surface of the teeth. These stains can make your teeth look less healthy than they are, and yellow and discolored teeth can also “age” your entire face. We restore a youthful, attractive appearance by keeping these stains in check. It’s one of the easiest ways to keep your smile looking fabulous. 

No. 3: The pros protect your gums. 

During your cleaning, our hygienists and Dr. Aguilar will also assess the condition of your gums. Special instruments are used to measure the spaces between the gums and teeth. These spaces form and grow larger as periodontal disease (gum disease) progresses without treatment. Depending on your needs, ultrasonic scaling may be all that is required to keep or restore your gums to health. But, if you have signs of gum disease, scaling may be followed by root planing to smooth the roots of the teeth. This step helps to encourage healing and treat disease before it advances, causes more damage, and requires more aggressive treatment. Dr. Aguilar may also recommend bacteria-fighting Arestin® therapy or the use of Peridex™ oral rinse. 

No. 4: Hygienists provide tips that you can trust. 

Manchester Dental empowers patients to take the best care of their mouths when they can’t be at our office to receive professional dentistry services. Routine checkups are of tremendous value because they allow our hygienists to discuss your brushing, flossing, and oral care routine. They can show you good ways to brush or floss any challenging parts of your mouth. They may even provide samples of different products to try, making it easier for you to clean effectively. 

Regardless of how your mouth looks or feels, if it’s been longer than six months since your last visit to the dentist, you are overdue! Call (706) 981-6272 to schedule your cleaning and exam at our office in Manchester, GA, today.

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