Professional Teeth Cleanings in Gastonia NC

Professional Teeth Cleaning

Gums and teeth benefit from brushing and flossing, but dental plaque and stains build up on tooth surfaces over time, leaving hard deposits that cause decay and that brushing, rinsing, and flossing alone can’t remove. At Fresh Dental, our Gastonia dentist, Drs. Amit Ganglani, Joti Johal, and Richard Dunning, create dental plans that include teeth cleanings every six months. Professional dental cleanings are one of the simplest preventive measures that can help you maintain and enjoy a lifetime of good oral health.

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What Is a Professional Teeth Cleaning?

Having your teeth cleaned regularly helps prevent gingivitis, tooth decay, and loss of enamel from teeth. The type of cleaning you will need depends on the extent of the plaque and tartar buildup on your teeth. If buildup is extensive — which can result in inflammation of the gum tissue and some bone loss — a deep cleaning may be required.

Ultrasonic Cleaning

During a professional teeth cleaning, our dental hygienist will use traditional instruments as well as an ultrasonic scaler to remove plaque, tartar, and stains that cannot be removed by brushing and flossing alone. An ultrasonic scaler achieves the desired results more comfortably by using a spray of water to remove the hardened debris, minimizing the scraping affect produced by traditional tools. A deep cleaning takes more time to complete than a traditional cleaning, and can even take up to 1 1/2 hours per side. During this process, the gums may feel sore, and local anesthetic may be applied to minimize any discomfort that may occur.

Teeth-Cleaning Services

Services your hygienist will perform during your teeth cleaning include:

A review of your dental and medical history
An oral cancer screening
An evaluation of your overall oral health
X-rays to detect decay
A deep cleaning to remove stains, plaque, and tartar
Fluoride application
Sealants
Polishing of all teeth
At-home oral health education and instruction

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: How much does a teeth cleaning cost?
A: How much a teeth cleaning costs depends on your particular dental situation and the extent of the plaque and tartar that needs to be removed. At Fresh Dental, we offer a variety of financing options so that you can afford and plan for the type of cleaning that best serves your needs.

Q: Does a professional cleaning whiten teeth?
A: A professional teeth cleaning will remove stains and your teeth will appear whiter; however, if you are looking for a dramatic change, at Fresh Dental, we offer teeth-whitening services that can give you a dramatically whiter smile quickly and affordably.

Q: What at-home teeth-cleaning products are the best?
A: Drs. Ganglani, Johal, and Dunning recommends looking for dental products with the American Dental Association’s (ADA) Seal of Acceptance. Pick toothpaste with fluoride in it to fight cavities. Your rinse should also have fluoride and bacteria-fighting properties.

Routine cleanings are key to your continued oral health. Call (704) 816-0649 today to schedule a professional teeth cleaning with our Gastonia dental office.

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Christina Eller

My 8 year old daughter had such a great experience here! The dental hygienist was so friendly and talked and listened to her while performing her duties. Dr. Patel was equally as kind and caring! It really made a HUGE difference for my daughter and for me!!

Crystal ritchey

I hadn’t been to the dentist in over a decade mainly due to anxiety from childhood dental trauma, but going to Fresh Dental helped me overcome my fears. Every single person there is super friendly and make sure you are comfortable. Dr Patel was absolutely amazing and helped me get over my fears of the anesthesia shots.

Erin Mecum

I love this dental office!! Had multiple fillings and wisdom teeth taken out here. They are so polite, courteous, and caring. They explain all the billing and details before any procedure and made sure I was comfortable during my visit. They are always so thorough and informative and I felt I was in great hands the whole time.

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Brent Hager

Great group of Doctors and Hygienists. Just an overall great group at Fresh Dental Gastonia. High recommend to anyone looking for a Dentist. Their compassion and care for their patients is second to none.

Michelle Justice

Dr. Johal is wonderful, I would not recommend anyone else as a dentist. She takes pride in her work!

Amy Rogers

Dr Dunning and Associates are great people! Caring and compassionate.

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