Dental Cleanings

Dr. Mack Wright in Urbana, Ohio, offers dental cleanings with his certified hygienist.  The hygienist is professionally trained to do deep teeth cleaning with special instruments designed for dental offices. 

Dental cleanings should be done every six months to prevent plaque and bacteria buildup.  Even brushing and flossing twice a day cannot remove all the plaque that can damage your teeth, although the scaling process of the cleaning can be shortened by diligent brushing.   

Plaque removal is the first step in cleaning using a scaling instrument.  The teeth are then cleaned with a special gritty toothpaste that is available in many tasty flavors (you chose!).  Flossing and a good rinse are the last steps before Dr. Wright comes in to do a thorough examination. 

The professional cleaning and examination are for more than just keeping teeth clean although teeth feel amazing afterward.  The main purpose of the examination is to find any potential problems that need to be addressed.  Cavities or receding gums require attention as soon as possible. 

When the cleaning is finished, the patient receives a little gift bag with a new toothbrush, toothpaste, and floss.  Toothbrushes should only be used for six months, so your new brush is a reminder to throw the old one away.  The toothpaste and floss are a great sample size that is perfect for packing in overnight bags.