Dental cleanings keep your mouth looking and feeling great. During your routine dental cleanings, the hygienists at Broadway Dental of Pearland will clean and polish your teeth, helping prevent tooth decay and other dental issues.
When you visit our office, you’ll receive top-quality dental care in a professional office. We value compassion. That is why we ensure all of our staff are friendly and caring people who take the time to listen to your concerns and answer your questions.
Regular dental cleanings are a key part of dental health. If you haven’t been to the dentist in a while, now is a good time to schedule an appointment. Plus, we have available appointments on Saturdays for your convenience. Call today.
How Often Do I Need My Teeth Cleaned?
You may have heard you should get your teeth cleaned twice per year, and generally speaking, this is a good guideline. Biannual cleanings, or cleanings that happen every six months, are usually enough to maintain a clean smile and deter tooth decay and buildup.
However, some people may benefit from more frequent cleanings. For example, if you have gum disease or are prone to cavities, getting a dental cleaning every three to four months can keep your teeth and gums clean.
When you visit our dental office, Dr. Allouch and your dental hygienist will talk to you about how often you should have your teeth cleaned.
What Happens During a Dental Cleaning?
Routine dental cleanings are preventative in nature. This type of cleaning is best for people who have generally healthy teeth and gums. Other types of teeth cleaning, such as scaling and root planing, involve deeper cleaning to prevent gum disease from progressing.
Here are a few things you can expect during a typical dental cleaning:
- Dental X-rays: Before the appointment, your dental hygienists will take X-rays of your teeth and jaw. These scans allow our dental professionals to identify issues like impaction or loss of jawbone density.
- Cleaning: Next, one of our hygienists will use dental tools to remove tartar and plaque from the surface of your teeth.
- Polishing: Then, they will use a polishing paste and soft tool to clean your teeth and remove bacteria.
- Additional treatments: Finally, you may receive additional preventive treatments such as sealants or fluoride to further protect your teeth and reduce the risk of dental cavities.
For most people, dental cleanings aren’t painful and only last around 30–45 minutes. If you need more extensive cleaning, we can offer sedation dentistry to keep you comfortable.
Keep Your Mouth Healthy and Happy
When you keep up with frequent dental cleanings, you’ll have a healthier, whiter smile overall. These cleanings and exams prevent cavities and ensure early identification of more serious dental concerns.
While daily oral health maintenance is crucial, remember to set up regular appointments for dental cleanings. Daily brushing and flossing can’t remove all of the bacteria and plaque that a professional cleaning does, so even with great oral hygiene, you’ll want to visit our office.
Let our team help you keep your teeth clean and healthy—call today to schedule a consultation.
Meet the Doctor
Dr. Allouch earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. He continues his advanced training at the Kois Center in Seattle, WA, which focuses on research-based education. He is part of the elite 6% of general dentists in the U.S. to earn a Fellowship with the Academy of General Dentistry, and he holds an Associate Fellowship with the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. Dr. Allouch specializes in Comprehensive and Implant Dentistry and in enhancing patients’ total health.
