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…Because Everyone Deserves a Healthy & Happy Smile

Getting your dental cleaning at Smile Academy of Kentucky on Dixie leaves your teeth cleaner and your breath fresher. Not only that, but dental cleanings are also very important in preventing gum disease and tooth decay. A clean, healthy mouth also helps reduce the chances of stroke, diabetes, and heart attack. Learn more about what happens during a dental cleaning appointment, and how it benefits you.

What Is Included in a Professional Dental Cleaning?

When you sit down in the dentist’s chair for a cleaning, the dental hygienist will perform the following cleaning tasks in your mouth:

Scaling teeth. The hygienist will gently remove plaque and tartar from your teeth.
Polishing teeth. The polishing step gives your tooth enamel an extra glossy shine while also removing anything that was leftover from the prior steps.
Remove all hard and soft deposits on the teeth. These deposits could be fragments of food, stubborn stains, or built-up tartar and plaque.
Periodontal exam. The hygienist will examine the gums around the teeth for pockets, which could harbor bacteria and lead to gum disease.

How Do Cleanings Help?

Dental cleanings are vital to preventing tooth decay and gum disease. When you regularly get your teeth professionally cleaned, you end up saving money and time. Preventing major dental problems keeps you from spending hundreds of dollars on costly dental restorations. You’ll also spend less time in the dentist’s chair because your teeth will remain healthier and cleaner all year long.

Did you know that plaque is mostly invisible and hard to remove at home? Professional dental cleaning removes that difficult plaque, so it doesn’t grow and create bigger problems. We strive to help you maintain a beautiful, clean smile that will last your entire life.

How Long Does a Cleaning Take?

At Smile Academy of Kentucky on Dixie, we generally allow 45 minutes to an hour for adult dental cleanings, and 30 minutes for child cleanings.

How Often Should You Get a Dental Cleaning?

If you already have good oral hygiene and healthy periodontal readings, then we recommend scheduling a dental cleaning two times a year. If your periodontal health is not where we would like to see it, we may recommend you get your teeth cleaned every 3-4 months, which is three times a year.

Is a Dental Cleaning the Same Thing as a Dental Exam?

No, it is not the same thing. A dental exam checks for tooth decay and periodontal health. A dental cleaning removes all hard and soft deposits from the tooth surfaces either by hand scaling, using an ultrasonic scaler, or both. Most of the time, you will get a dental exam during the same appointment as your dental cleaning.

Why Smile Academy of Kentucky on Dixie is an Excellent Place to Get a Cleaning

With many dentists in the Louisville, Kentucky area, it may be difficult to choose a dentist for your bi-annual cleaning. Smile Academy of Kentucky rises above the competition because of our family-based care, extended hours to suit your schedule, and state-of-the-art dental equipment designed to give you gentle, high-quality service. We care about you as a person, and we strive to give each of our patients the personalized dental care they deserve with affordable teeth cleaning.

Are you in need of a professional dental cleaning? Schedule your appointment today! A visit to Smile Academy of Kentucky on Dixie is nothing to worry about. We maintain a relaxing, calm atmosphere in our dental office, suitable for patients of all ages. We are also dedicated to making your visit as safe as possible, which means we meet and exceed all the safety guidelines that are recommended by the ADA and the CDC. Give us a call at 502-365-2288 to schedule your next dental cleaning appointment, or contact us online.

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