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If you brush your teeth twice a day then good job, you’re basically a functional adult.

Flossing, too? Call yourself a remarkable adult.

Deep cleaning at the dentist every now and then? Sheesh, you’re truly cracking the big time.

Regular teeth cleaning is an essential part of a healthy mouth and smile, and sometimes, you need to go in deep to make it really squeaky clean and problem free.

Besides your usual dental routine, checking in for deep dental cleaning at the dentist is the best way to keep bad breath at bay, prevent gum diseases and gum inflammation, remove marks and stains, and improve mouth health overall.

The tell-tale signs that you might need a deep cleaning include bleeding gums, receding gums, and loose teeth.

Per Healthline, a deep teeth cleaning removes the build-up of pesky plaque on your teeth, which contains bacteria and can become harmful if left to its own devices.

Leftover plaque calcifies or hardens, which forms tartar, which is also removed during a deep clean. The accumulation of plaque or tartar can cause gum disease, which includes gingivitis, an inflammation of the gums.

If left untreated, gingivitis can advance to periodontitis, which is a serious infection that destroys the bone that supports the teeth.

So yes, deep cleaning can prevent these problems from getting out of hand.

So what exactly happens during the teeth cleaning process?

At OptiSmile, when the teeth cleaning begins, the tartar is removed by giving your teeth a thorough brushing and polishing using a special, electric toothbrush and an extra gritty toothpaste.

These tools remove any leftover plaque and tartar from your teeth and thoroughly clean each tooth’s surface.

The dental hygienist then thoroughly flosses the teeth, which gives them the opportunity to examine the gums and identify any trouble spots.

After the flossing, you can rinse your mouth so leftover toothpaste and plaque go down the drain, and the spaces between the teeth are left clean and healthy.

OptiSmile believes in the power of a confident smile, so by taking care of your dental hygiene first and foremost, they can help you achieve the most radiant and confident smile that you have ever had.

Is deep cleaning painful?

Teeth scaling and root planing, another way to refer to dental cleaning, can cause some discomfort, so you’ll receive a topical or local anaesthetic to numb your gums. However, if your teeth are not very sensitive you may not need a topical or local anaesthetic.

After your treatment, you should expect some sensitivity as your gums might swell and you might have minor bleeding, too.

Pros of deep dental cleaning:

• Stops gum disease
• Fights bad breath
• Protects roots of teeth
• Promotes healthy gums
• Prevents tooth loss

Treating gum disease as early as possible will give your teeth and gums the best chance of recovery. Once you have been treated, maintaining a good oral hygiene routine is the best way to ensure gum disease doesn’t return.

Cons of deep dental cleaning:

• Slight pain and sensitivity
• Can cause gum recession
• Risk of infection after the procedure
• In very rare cases, a risk of nerve damage

However, most of those are a result of unprofessional techniques being used, which is something that can be avoided.

Most importantly, having your teeth deep cleaned can help slow or stop gum disease by reducing gum bleeding and helping to prevent tooth loss. Without treatment, gum disease can progress to the stage where more invasive treatments are needed, such as flap surgery or bone and tissue grafts.

You don’t want to go that route so put your dental health in the hands of someone you can trust and you’ll be all smiles.

[sources:healthline&optismile]