Dental Hygiene and You!

We recommend 6 month exam and prophylaxis intervals for most patients. These procedures are preventive in nature. For patients who have gum disease scaling and root planing is recommended. We also work with a local periodontist to treat patients who have gum disease that does not respond to treatment, or gum tissue recession.

Exams

Exams include a comprehensive oral cancer screening, periodontal examination ( to check for existing gum disease), and an examination of teeth for decay. 

Prophylaxis (Basic Cleaning)

A prophylaxis includes the removal of local irritants, such as tarter, stain and plaque, from soft tissue and teeth.

Scaling & Root Planing (Deep Cleaning)

Scaling & Root Planing is a therapeutic procedure designed to treat existing gum disease and create a healthy oral environment.