At Dream Dental, we are staunch proponents of preventive dental care, unwaveringly dedicated to safeguarding the oral, dental, and overall well-being of our patients. As the premier family dental practice in Houston, TX, our primary objective is to promote lasting dental health. The key to achieving optimal oral and overall health lies in regular scheduling of preventive dental care and professional teeth cleaning appointments with our exceptionally skilled practitioners.
Hygiene | Dental Cleaning
THE IMPORTANCE OF PROFESSIONAL TEETH CLEANING
While routine brushing and flossing play a role in maintaining dental hygiene, they may fall short in providing comprehensive care. Within a few hours after these daily routines, a translucent, adhesive film called plaque begins to accumulate on the teeth and along the gum line. When mixed with saliva and food sugars, this film fosters the growth of harmful bacteria. The acids produced by these bacteria can inflict damage on the tooth’s outer protective layer, known as enamel. This process leads to the formation of tartar, stubborn and hardened deposits that can result in tooth and gum infections, cavities, or decay.
EXPERT TEETH CLEANING AT DREAM DENTAL
As an integral part of our preventive dentistry offerings in Houston, TX, we provide professional teeth cleaning services aimed at effectively eliminating plaque and tartar, which are culprits behind various health issues like cavities, decay, or gingivitis.
Regular teeth cleaning sessions at Dream Dental serve as an ideal means to preserve and enhance your oral health, ultimately enhancing the aesthetics of your smile.
FLUORIDE CLEANINGS
WHAT ARE FLUORIDE TREATMENTS
Fluoride is most commonly found in dental products, like toothpastes and mouthwashes. It is designed to protect and strengthen a person’s teeth, making them less prone to developing cavities. Regardless of the amount of fluoride that you use each day, we offer professional treatments that can add further protection for your smile. Fluoride treatments are great for adult and pediatric patients alike.
WHAT MAKES SOMEONE A CANDIDATE FOR FLUORIDE TREATMENTS
We can easily determine if fluoride treatments are right for you with an exam. For children coming into our office, we may recommend that they have fluoride treatments as a way to keep their smiles looking their best. In truth, most of our patients can benefit from these treatments. You can have them done as often as they might be needed.
WHY MIGHT YOU NEED FLUORIDE TREATMENTS
There are a few reasons for needing fluoride treatments. First, you might benefit from treatment because you’re more susceptible to decay. This is especially true among children and teens who might not necessarily brush and floss properly. For others, it’s a way to strengthen their teeth along with using other methods and products at home.
WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT DURING FLUORIDE TREATMENTS
The treatment process will begin by having you sit in one of our comfortable dental chairs. We then work on cleaning your teeth before applying the fluoride. A liquid fluoride is then brushed over the teeth. You will be instructed on how to care for your teeth after treatment. For most patients, they’ll need to avoid eating and drinking for about an hour to allow the fluoride to fully penetrate the teeth. You can have these treatments done as often as they are needed, as some of our patients have treatment done every single time that they come into the office for either a cleaning or checkup and want to further protect their smile.