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Step Up Your Preventive Dental Care with Professional Dental Cleanings
Professional dental cleanings in Mount Vernon, New York, are excellent for maintaining your optimal oral health. Dental cleanings at Elevation Dental Studio remove plaque, tartar, surface stains, and other nasties from hard-to-reach areas in the mouth. Schedule an appointment with Dr. MitzAnn Alexis-Edmond and her team if you are due for your routine dental cleaning. We can’t wait to help you maintain a healthy, confident smile.
What can I expect from professional teeth cleaning?
Expect your dental hygiene appointment to last 45-60 minutes, although it depends on the amount of plaque or tartar buildup. First, the dentist will examine your teeth and gums for signs of infection, decay, oral cancer, etc. Dental check-ups allow us to detect oral issues at their earliest, most treatable stages.
After your dental check-up, it’s time to clean your teeth professionally. The dentist will use special tools and skills to clean all surfaces of the mouth. However, we will spend more time cleaning the areas between teeth and along the gum line, where dental calculus tends to accumulate.
Once we’ve thoroughly cleaned your teeth, we’ll polish them with special gritty toothpaste, leaving them smooth and refreshed—one of our patients’ favorite steps! Afterward, your dentist may recommend dental sealants for extra protection against cavities. Before you leave, we’ll provide personalized recommendations to maintain your healthy smile until your next visit.
Why are professional teeth cleanings important?
Dental cleanings are simple, but their benefits last many years. Some include:
- Prevention: Removing plaque and tartar protects oral health from decay, infections, bad breath, surface stains, etc.
- Early detection: Routine check-ups allow the dentist to catch dental issues before they become significant.
- Improved systemic health: There is a direct link between oral and systemic health. Oral issues like periodontal disease have been linked to cardiovascular problems, diabetes, respiratory complications, and other systemic conditions. Keeping your mouth healthy maintains optimal overall well-being.
- Improved esthetics: Cleanings remove dental plaque and surface stains caused by coffee, tobacco, and strongly colored fruits.
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How often should I get professional teeth cleaning?
Dental cleanings are suitable for children and adults. As a standard, everyone should have their teeth cleaned every six months. However, patients with a history of tooth decay or gum disease need dental cleanings every 3-4 months. Your teeth must also be cleaned before dental procedures like teeth whitening, bonding, crowns, etc.
Is regular teeth cleaning different from deep teeth cleaning?
Standard dental cleanings (oral prophylaxis) are preventive and typically recommended every six months. Deep teeth cleanings are a type of cleaning done when you have gum disease. Deep cleanings involve two procedures. Scaling removes plaque, tartar, and bacterial toxins from the deep pockets between teeth, and root planing polishes the tooth roots to promote healing.
Unlike standard cleanings, deep teeth cleanings may need more than one visit. The dentist also uses local anesthetics to ensure a comfortable experience.
Are you due for a dental cleaning?
Keep your smile fresh, bright, and healthy with professional dental cleanings! Regular cleanings remove plaque, prevent cavities, and keep your gums in excellent shape. Ready to get started? Call (914) 252-3238 and book your appointment today with Elevation Dental Studio. It’s time to enjoy your healthy smile for years to come!
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Dr. MitzAnn Alexis-Edmond
Dr. MitzAnn Alexis-Edmond is a compassionate and experienced dentist with over 15 years of expertise. A graduate of Fayetteville State University, where she earned her B.S. in Biology summa cum laude, she went on to receive her DMD from the prestigious University of Pennsylvania. She completed an Advanced General Dentistry Residency at NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn. Dr. Edmond is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry and is dedicated to patient-centered care, ensuring comfort and quality outcomes. Skilled in cosmetic and restorative dentistry, she takes pride in building trust with even the most anxious patients.
