Dental Cleanings In Middletown, CT
Put costly, uncomfortable dental problems behind you and embrace a healthy smile! Professional dental cleanings every 6 months save you time and money in the long run and reduce your risk of dental problems so you can smile with confidence.
Why are dental cleanings important?
Your busy life makes it easy to put off regular dental cleanings. You may even be wondering why you need a cleaning every six months when you’re diligent about your brushing and flossing routine. The answer is simple. While at-home habits are important, professional dental cleanings allow a deeper clean that can’t be reached with a regular toothbrush. Moreover, they also allow us to catch problems before they become complicated, costly, and time-consuming. If you haven’t been to the dentist in a while, or you need a new dental home, we are here to help ensure you have a healthy, happy smile.
Did you know…
Oral health is essential to general health and well-being.
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
The Benefits of Dental Cleanings
Prevent Common Oral Health Issues
Tooth decay is the #1 most common preventable oral health condition in dental patients of all ages. The good news is that with a healthy diet, good oral habits, and routine visits to the dentist, cavities are completely avoidable.
Saves Time & Money
Dental cleanings make it less likely to have problems like cavities, infected teeth, or gum disease. That means you won’t have to pay for procedures like fillings, crowns, or periodontal care, stopping you from more dental appointments later on.
Fresher Breath & Brighter Smile
Even with regular brushing and flossing, plaque and tartar can build up. This contributes to bad breath and a dimmer smile. Dental cleanings clear away and polish plaque build-up which eliminates stains caused by food and beverages. As a result, you can enjoy a brighter smile and fresher breath.
The Dental Cleaning Process
Comprehensive Exam
Comprehensive Exam
A thorough exam that considers your teeth, gums, and overall oral health is the first step. We may use a small mirror or dental probe and any necessary X-rays to check for signs of cavities, gum disease, or other oral health issues. The exam helps us identify specific areas that require special attention during your cleaning.
Dental Cleaning
Dental Cleaning
Once your exam is complete, our team will begin your cleaning. This includes removing plaque and tartar buildup from your teeth and along the gumline.
Polish Your Teeth
Polish Your Teeth
After we clear away plaque from your teeth, we will polish your pearly whites with a rotating brush and a gritty substance called prophylaxis paste. This polishes your teeth and removes stains. Additionally, we will professionally floss between your teeth to remove any lingering debris from the hard-to-reach crevices of your smile.
What is Perio Protect?
Perio Protect is a non-invasive, at-home treatment that works alongside in-office periodontal care to help manage and prevent gum disease. This system uses custom-fitted trays—called Perio Trays®—designed to deliver a low-concentration hydrogen peroxide gel deep below the gumline. These trays allow medication to reach the bacteria responsible for periodontal disease in places brushing and flossing simply can’t.
Unlike traditional antibiotic treatments or more aggressive surgical options, Perio Protect is gentle, effective, and designed for long-term use as part of your daily routine. The trays are worn for just minutes a day and are FDA-cleared for use in managing periodontal disease.
Benefits of Perio Protect
Our comfortable, well-appointed office provides a relaxing and spa-like experience for every patient. Our amenities include:
- Cost-Effective Preventive Care: With proper use, Perio Protect can offer long-term savings by reducing the need for advanced periodontal procedures.
- Enhances In-Office Results: When used as recommended, Perio Protect supports the results of your professional cleanings and periodontal therapy—helping maintain healthy gums between visits.
- Prevents Disease Progression: By reducing harmful bacteria on a daily basis, this system can help prevent the need for more invasive and costly treatments in the future.
- Convenient and Comfortable: The custom trays are soft, comfortable, and easy to incorporate into your daily routine—no injections, no surgery, and no downtime required.
- Freshens Breath and Gently Whitens Teeth: Many patients notice an improvement in breath odor and even mild teeth whitening as a bonus side effect from the hydrogen peroxide gel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Check out these frequently asked questions, or call us to speak with our team.
