A dental prophylaxis is a fancy name for professional teeth cleaning performed by one of our doctors at All Coast Dental. According to the Academy of General Dentistry, it is recommended that a patient visit the dentist every six months. Doing so will help prevent future dental diseases such as gum disease, and tooth decay.
The professional dental cleaning reinforces the home-care oral health regimen of brushing and flossing and gives our doctor an opportunity to locate areas in the mouth that may need special attention. During a professional tooth cleaning, a member of our dental team will thoroughly clean the area above and below the gum line with scaling tools to rid them of plaque and tartar. Once the surfaces are smooth, polishing is done using a slow speed handpiece with a soft rubber cup that spins on the end. Last but not least, the dentist flosses every crevice between your teeth and may apply fluoride if needed.
If you are due for a dental checkup, please give us a call and schedule your appointment. To learn about services provided at our practice, visit www.allcoastdental.net for more information. To schedule an appointment with one of our doctors at All Coast Dental in Pacific Beach, CA, call 858-270-4904.
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