Put Your Oral Health in Control with Our Oral Hygiene Services
Children, adults, and everyone should attend oral wellness visits to maintain their oral health. Are you due for an oral hygiene appointment in Middletown, Delaware? Welcome to Bright Dental Brianna Rafetto D.M.D., P.A. for thorough dental cleanings (oral prophylaxis). Dr. Brianna Rafetto and her team are devoted to ensuring you achieve your healthiest smile.
What can I expect during a dental cleaning?
Your visit takes 60-90 minutes, so remember this when scheduling your appointment. Before dental cleaning, the dentist reviews your medical history to determine if you have underlying conditions that may affect your oral health. We’ll also screen your teeth, gums, and other oral structures for signs of:
- Gum disease
- Tooth decay
- Failing dental work
- TMJ pain and bruxism
If it’s been over a few months, the dentist will recommend dental X-rays to unearth bone loss, impacted teeth, cysts, tumors, and other hidden issues.
After your dental exam, it’s time for a dental cleaning. The dentist uses special tools to remove tartar and plaque in your mouth. Plaque is a colorless biofilm that clings to your teeth. Plaque is removable by flossing and brushing. With poor oral hygiene, plaque calcifies to tartar over time, which is only removable by dental instruments.
The dentist will clean all the surfaces of your mouth, paying particular attention to the areas between teeth and along the gum line. After cleaning, the dentist will use gritty toothpaste to polish your teeth. Patients love this part, as this step makes your teeth smooth and shiny.
Why are oral wellness visits important?
Are you thinking of skipping an upcoming oral hygiene visit? Don’t! Regular dental cleanings have health and cosmetic benefits.
- Early detection: Many dental problems don’t show symptoms until they advance. Even though you sometimes inspect your teeth and gums at home, not all dental issues are in plain sight. Professional dental check-ups detect and treat minor dental problems before they progress and become painful and costly.
- Optimal systemic health: Your oral health is interconnected to your systemic health. Oral issues like periodontal disease have been linked to diabetes, heart disease, respiratory problems, and pregnancy complications. Keeping your mouth healthy is one way to maintain optimal well-being.
- Cost savings: Regular oral hygiene visits save you money. Preventive care helps you avoid costly dental treatments down the line. Regular dental visits also preserve your existing dental restorations, saving you the cost of early replacements.
- Prevention: Teeth cleanings remove plaque, tartar, and bacteria to prevent gum disease, bad breath, tooth decay, and other problems.
- Improved aesthetics: Dental cleanings remove surface stains to maintain a bright, white smile.
We recommend dental cleanings every six months, but more visits may be needed if you have a history of gum disease or decay. Dental cleanings are simple and quick, but their benefits last many years.
Are you due for an oral hygiene appointment?
Don’t let plaque and tartar steal your smile! Regular oral hygiene appointments are the key to maintaining fresh breath, healthy gums, and a confident smile. Ready to step up your dental care? Call (302) 391-6222 and schedule your appointment with Bright Dental Brianna Rafetto, D.M.D., P.A. in Middletown, DE. Let us help you give your smile the care it deserves!
