Placerville Dental Cleaning

For many dental patients, teeth cleaning can be a nuisance; for others, it is a source of a subtle kind of dread. Fear of going to the dentist is a very common thing. We even have a name for it: Dentophobia.

But at Placerville Dentistry, we create no need whatsoever to be frightened. Our office assures that your dental cleaning procedure will be a comfortable and unhurried experience.

Call us at (530) 317-0378 for an appointment.

Our dental hygienists are professionally trained to keep you as relaxed as possible, all the while working to remove any accumulation of plaque or tartar from your teeth. Plaque is that invisible film that forms on teeth from particles in foods we eat and our bacterial activity right in our mouths. Left unchecked, plaque will mineralize and form tartar, a hardened deposit that is difficult to remove without professional help.

Tartar can cause gum inflammation (gingivitis) and even tooth decay. So it is important to have regular dental cleanings to keep your teeth healthy and free from these harmful deposits.

What Happens at a Placerville Dentistry Dental Cleaning?

The first thing we’ll do is an oral exam. This is merely having one of our dental hygienists take a look in your mouth. They will note any problems or concerns at this time to be addressed during the cleaning procedure.

We’ll then take you to have your teeth cleaned. The way our office is set up, you can either sit upright in a dental chair for this or recline comfortably on an exam table while lying down.

Your teeth will be cleaned with a combination of manual and ultrasonic instruments. Manual scaling uses a hand instrument to scrape off plaque and tartar deposits. Ultrasonic scaling is a newer technology that uses high-frequency sound waves to break up and remove plaque and calculus.

A water jet is then used to rinse away all the debris, making your teeth clean and shiny.

We may also polish your teeth with a special paste to remove any remaining plaque and give you a dazzling smile.

How Long Does Dental Cleaning Normally Take?

The average dental cleaning takes between 45 and 60 minutes. But we want you to take your time and relax – there is no rush. You can even schedule a follow-up appointment right then and there if you wish.

So why not come in for a Placerville dental cleaning today? We’ll make sure that you have a comfortable and stress-free visit. We want you to come back again and again so that your teeth stay healthy for years to come.

We understand that many people fear the dentist, and our goal is to eliminate that fear and make you feel at ease. So come in and let us take care of all your dental needs.

In addition to teeth cleaning, we also offer various other dental services here at our Placerville Dentistry office. We also offer root canal, teeth whitening, dental fillings, tooth extractions, and more! Please call us today at (530) 317-0378 to schedule your appointment. We would be happy to answer any questions you may have.

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