Teeth cleanings involve several different steps and techniques in order to assure your mouth Is completely healthy. During your visit, the hygienist will take x-rays of your teeth to see if there are any signs of tooth decay or other problems. To start the actual teeth cleaning process, your dental professional will use a set of tools to scrape and loosen the tartar that has formed on your teeth. Then they will floss your teeth to remove any food particles that may be stuck between them. After scraping and flossing, your teeth will be buffed and polished with a special formula toothpaste which will fight off the build up of plaque. Once polished, we may suggest a fluoride treatment for your enamel. Once the cleaning is finished, the dentist will examine your teeth and gums to see if there is any other treatment that may be required, such as a deep cleaning to stop gum disease, teeth whitening or an oral cancer screening. Once you’re all done we will schedule your next dental cleaning in Bellflower and any other needed procedures. Chat with us below if you have any questions about teeth cleaning, or schedule your next appointment.