Preventive Cleanings

Whether you are seven years old or 77 years old, every family member needs to take great care of their teeth and gums so that they have bright, healthy smiles throughout their whole lives. A shining smile can certainly take center stage. Children will need to learn how to care for their teeth and develop good oral hygiene habits before any not-so-great patterns can manifest. Adults can always remind of the best practices for oral hygiene, and these practices must be followed every day, no matter what the circumstances may be.

One of the most important ways to care for your oral health is to have a great dental hygiene regimen that you will follow every day. This includes thoroughly brushing your teeth using the right toothbrush at least twice per day. Also, flossing between your teeth and up into the gums once per day. Another integral part of your oral health regimen should be scheduling a visit to your Tarpon Springs dentist and hygiene team every six months for preventive dental care treatment.

What Is Preventive Dental Care?

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Fresh breath and a healthy mouth start with regular check-ups and visits to your Tarpon Springs, FL, dentist, and hygiene team at Tarpon Dental.

Having a professional dental cleaning service once every six months is highly recommended! It can improve your appearance, your breath, and even your overall health.

Although you probably have a great at-home oral hygiene routine, you will not be able to give your teeth and gums the cleaning that a professional dentist can with her tools and equipment. Brushing and flossing are critically important, but making an appointment for preventive care with your dentist will ensure the best oral health possible. You will also not be able to examine your mouth with x-rays or have a cancer screening done unless you visit a dentist.

Dental cleanings are a part of oral hygiene that involves removing dental plaque from teeth to prevent periodontal disease, gingivitis, and even tooth decay. The hygienist removes hardened deposits and not removed by routine brushing and flossing at home. Our Tarpon Springs dental team can keep you and your teeth healthy. It is when we remove plaque before it hardens into tartar and infects your gum tissue.

In addition, the teeth are polished to remove plaque and surface stains to give you a nice, bright smile. Each preventive dental care service visit to our office is an important part of a patient’s oral hygiene program to prevent gum disease. With that, we love you to keep your teeth for a lifetime.

Top Tips for Good Oral Health

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In addition to making regular visits to our Tarpon Springs, Florida, dental office location for preventive care treatment (and any of our other services you may need), there are several other ways you can ensure you have great oral health throughout your whole life.

Here are some of our top tips for caring for your teeth and gums:

 

 

 

  • Make sure to brush your teeth at least twice a day for two minutes. It would help if you were using a gentle, circular motion so that you reach all areas of your mouth, including your gums, teeth, tongue, and roof of your mouth.
  • Replace your toothbrush approximately every three months and any time you are ill
  • Remove built-up plaque and other debris under the gums by flossing at least once per day.
  • Rinse your mouth with water after you eat or drink anything to ensure that food particles and sugars do not remain on your teeth and break down your tooth enamel. 
  • Do not consume too many sweet or overly sugary foods or beverages since the sugar can be harmful to your tooth enamel – rinse your mouth or brush your teeth shortly after consumption to prevent the onset of any enamel breakdown.
  • Stop smoking and using tobacco to avoid yellowed teeth, oral cancer, and gum disease.
  • Follow your dentist’s guidelines after preventative care or other medical services to ensure the best outcome for your teeth and gums.

Your smile is something that you will have forever, and you want to take the best care of it possible so that you can feel confident showing it off. Investing in preventative care services and any other medical treatment necessary for the health of your teeth will ensure you are proud to show your smile to the world. At Tarpon Dental in Tarpon Springs, Florida, Dr. Seema Amin and her hygienists are here to offer you the best dental services you need and help you keep your smile as healthy as possible.

Contact Our Preventive Care Dentist

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When it comes to the oral health services you and your family need in Tarpon Springs or another location we serve in Florida, you have come to the right place with Tarpon Dental. Our team would love to provide exceptional care services and also to help our patients feel comfortable during their treatments. We provide the latest technology to make the treatments fast, efficient, and comfortable, and our dentists and hygienists truly care about our patients.

We strive to meet your needs when it comes to overcoming phobias about visiting the dentist and reducing the overall anxiety levels. You will know what is going on and what step in the treatment process we have reached.

Our dentist believes that caring for patients is more than just a business. Dr. Amin and her hygienists put you and any concerns you may have at the center of her mind while she is with you. With just one phone call, you will understand why so many patients trust Dr. Amin with their oral health. Contact Tarpon Dental today and schedule your appointment for preventative care or any of our other cosmetic, implant, or general dentistry services.