Keeping Your Smile Bright and Healthy
At Johns Creek Dental Studio, we believe that consistent dental checkups are the key to maintaining lifelong oral health. Routine visits allow our team to catch minor issues before they develop into major concerns. These appointments also include professional cleanings that leave your teeth polished and your gums refreshed. Quick, gentle, and essential for all ages—checkups are your best defense against dental problems.
Even if your teeth look and feel fine, regular cleanings and exams help ensure they stay that way. Preventive visits reduce the risk of cavities, gum disease, and more complex oral health concerns in the future.
Why Regular Cleanings and Checkups Matter
Scheduling a dental checkup every six months helps protect your smile from common issues. These visits allow our team to identify early signs of decay, infection, or gum disease before they progress. Early care saves time, discomfort, and cost.
Professional cleanings are equally vital. Despite daily brushing and flossing, plaque and tartar can build up in hard-to-reach areas. Our dental team uses specialized tools to remove these deposits—helping you maintain healthy gums and prevent cavities.
Types of Dental Cleanings
There are different types of dental cleanings based on your specific oral health needs:
Routine Cleaning (Prophylaxis)
Recommended every six months for patients with healthy gums. It removes plaque, tartar, and stains to keep your mouth in excellent shape.
Full Mouth Debridement
Performed when significant buildup is present, allowing the dentist to properly assess your teeth and gums afterward.
Scaling and Root Planing
A deep cleaning procedure for early gum disease that removes deposits below the gumline and smooths the tooth roots to promote healing.
Periodontal Maintenance
For patients with a history of gum disease, these more frequent cleanings help maintain stability and prevent recurrence.
What Happens If You Skip Dental Cleanings?
- Plaque buildup: Without regular cleanings, plaque can harden into tartar that brushing can’t remove.
- Gum irritation: Tartar encourages inflammation and bleeding, which may lead to early gum disease.
- Cavity risk: Skipped cleanings increase your chances of tooth decay that often goes unnoticed until it hurts.
- Persistent bad breath: Bacteria trapped in tartar can cause ongoing odor.
- Tooth loss: Neglected gum disease can eventually weaken tooth support and cause loss.
- Higher costs: Avoiding routine visits often leads to more complicated and expensive treatments later.
- Preventive value: Consistent checkups and cleanings keep your smile bright, healthy, and worry-free.
What to Expect During a Dental Cleaning
During your appointment, our hygienist will carefully remove plaque and tartar from your teeth. Your teeth are then polished to remove surface stains and leave a smooth, clean feel. If necessary, a fluoride treatment may be applied to strengthen enamel and protect against cavities.
We’ll also highlight areas where buildup tends to occur so you can improve your brushing and flossing at home. Each visit includes a gum check and a quick oral health evaluation. If any concerns are found, our team will discuss solutions to keep your smile healthy. Most cleanings are simple, relaxing, and completed in under an hour.
