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Should I get my Teeth Professionally Cleaned?
I am occasionally asked “I floss and brush my teeth every day, why do I need to get them professionally cleaned?” I usually pause and respond with an analogy. I tell them “you can vacuum your carpet every day, but your carpet will look better and last longer if you have it periodically professionally cleaned” And so it goes with dentistry. Plaque (soft bacteria) and tartar or calculus (hard bacteria) can develop over time in some difficult to reach areas. They, in turn, trigger gum disease which is an infection that starts in the gums and spreads to the bone holding in the teeth. This can lead to eventual tooth mobility and tooth loss. In these difficult economic times we live in, a cleaning and check –up is quite a bargain. Besides healthier gums and a brighter and healthier smile, you are also checked thoroughly for decay and even oral cancer. All of these disease processes are easier, quicker and less costly when detected early. So you can save teeth and money!
So if it’s been a while, now is a good time to call us at 904-384-4391 and set up your next dental cleaning!
