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Prophylaxis / Teeth Cleaning
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Prophylaxis refers to preventative medical or dental measures, rather than treatment or cure of an existing condition.
This is a major reason that semi-annual checkups include teeth cleaning to help prevent dental problems.
Grand Dental Care recommends regular tooth cleaning by a professional dental hygienist every three-six months to
remove tartar (plaque that has hardened and mineralized) build-ups that can develop no matter how diligent one is
brushing and flossing. This is especially true in those areas that are difficult to reach.
Professional cleaning or prophylaxis services include tooth scaling (use of a dental instrument to scrape away
bacterial plaque) both above and below the gum line. This is a patient's first line of defense against periodontal
disease. Tooth polishing, as the name suggests, uses a high speed electric brush and a polishing agent to both clean
your teeth and brighten your smile. If too much tartar, which forms in the presence of saliva, debris, minerals and
plaque, has built up, then debridement is necessary. Both dental hand instruments and ultrasound electric
instruments may be used for this procedure. If there is significant bone loss present our office may recommend root
planning and scaling, these options will be discussed with you at your appointment.
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Dental x-rays may reveal
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Dental radiographs (x-rays) are essential, preventative, diagnostic tools that provide
valuable information not visible during a regular dental exam. Dentists and dental hygienists use this information to safely
and accurately detect hidden dental abnormalities and complete an accurate treatment plan. Without x-rays, problem areas may
go undetected.
- Abscesses or cysts.
- Bone loss.
- Cancerous and non-cancerous tumors.
- Decay between the teeth.
- Developmental abnormalities.
- Poor tooth and root positions.
- Problems inside a tooth or below the gum line.
Detecting and treating dental problems at an early stage can save you time, money, unnecessary discomfort, and your
teeth!
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Dental Exam
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A comprehensive dental exam will be performed by your dentist at your initial dental visit. At regular check-up exams,
your dentist and hygienist will include the following:
- Examination of diagnostic x-rays (radiographs): Essential for detection of decay, tumors, cysts, and bone loss. X-rays
also help determine tooth and root positions.
- Oral cancer screening: Check the face, neck, lips, tongue, throat, tissues, and gums for any signs of oral cancer.
- Gum disease evaluation: Check the gums and bone around the teeth for any signs of periodontal disease.
- Examination of tooth decay: All tooth surfaces will be checked for decay with special dental instruments.
- Examination of existing restorations: Check current fillings, crowns, etc.
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| Monday |
8:30 A.M - 12:30 P.M;
1:30 P.M - 5:30 P.M; |
| Tuesday |
8:30 A.M - 12:30 P.M;
1:30 P.M - 4:00 P.M; |
| Wednesday |
8:30 A.M - 12:30 P.M;
1:30 P.M - 5:30 P.M; |
| Thursday |
8:30 A.M - 12:30 P.M;
1:30 P.M - 4:00 P.M; |
| Friday |
8:30 A.M - 1:00 P.M; |
| Saturday |
Closed - Except Emergencies |
| Sunday |
Closed - Except Emergencies |
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