Schedule Your Cleaning or Dental Exam in Michigan

Has it been a while since your last dental exam or teeth cleaning in Michigan? Whether you haven't been to the dentist in a while or you've been getting a dental exam like clockwork every six months and you're seeking a dentist because you're new to the area, you're welcome at our Michigan dental practice. We'll take the time to get to know you so that we can better understand your needs and provide you with a thorough assessment where we'll review your home care practices and screen for a range of dental conditions from dental decay (cavities) to advanced gum disease (gingivitis and periodontitis).

A healthier smile begins when you call our office to schedule a preventive care check-up, so don't hesitate another minute. Give us a call now and let's get started!

Why Do I Need a Teeth Cleaning?

If you have impeccable home care habits, you might be wondering why we emphasize a twice-yearly teeth cleaning in Michigan so much. What can we do in our office that you can't do at home?

The truth is that no matter how meticulous you are with your oral hygiene habits, it's simply impossible to get your mouth completely clean. All the little nooks and crannies of your teeth, the spaces between, and just below your gum line are prime hiding places for plaque and calculus.

What is Plaque?

Every time you eat or drink something, your mouth produces saliva as part of the digestive process. Particles of food mix with saliva and bacteria and form a sticky film that clings to your teeth. This film is plaque. Brushing and flossing help remove plaque from your teeth to prevent damage caused by the acids the bacteria produce.

What is Calculus?

When plaque remains on the teeth, it eventually hardens into calculus, also known as tartar. Calculus can only be removed with professional tools. Calculus on your teeth leads to cavities, and when it forms beneath the gum line, it creates irritation and inflammation-the first signs of gum disease.

What Happens During a Teeth Cleaning in Michigan?

During your teeth cleaning, we'll use professional tools and our years of experience to find all those hidden traces of plaque and tartar and remove them to give you a fresh start. Removing plaque and tartar reduces your risk of developing decay, which can severely damage your teeth, and gum disease, which contributes to bad breath and tooth loss. Gum disease is also linked to serious systemic health conditions like diabetes and heart disease.

In addition to giving you squeaky clean teeth, we'll also take the time to review your home care habits and provide suggestions to help you get the most benefit out of this daily routine.

Why Do I Need a Dental Exam?

Most dental problems start out small. From cavities to gingivitis (gum disease) to even oral cancer, by the time you notice discomfort or experience pain, there could be a serious problem. A routine dental exam allows your dentist to perform a thorough assessment and look for the early signs of problems like decay, teeth grinding, bone loss, gum disease, and oral cancer. Catching them early helps us deal with them before they can do major damage.

Many of our patients come to us concerned about bad breath. If you have chronic bad breath, known as halitosis, you're not alone, about 25 percent of U.S. adults also have halitosis. In most cases, halitosis is caused by the same bacteria that lead to decay and gum disease. Regular cleanings and check-ups will help prevent bacteria build-up and periodontal treatment will remove bacteria. If we find decay or gum disease, we can create a customized decay or gum disease treatment plan to address those.

Oral Cancer Screenings

Every patient over the age of 18 should receive an oral cancer screening at every check-up. Oral cancer is a serious and potentially life-threatening disease. The good news, though, is that when oral cancer is caught early, it's highly treatable. These screenings help us catch cancer in its earliest stages-long before you'll ever know that anything is wrong.

Schedule Your Next Dental Exam or Cleaning

We're looking forward to becoming the dental practice you trust. Give us a call today to schedule your visit so we can show you the gentle and comfortable dental care we provide to all our patients.

Better oral health starts when you schedule your appointment!