Teeth Cleaningin Whittier
Schedule a routine teeth cleaning to remove plaque, tartar, bad breath and obtain brighter and healthier teeth and gum so you can smile with confidence!
What are Benefits of a Dental Teeth Cleaning?
- Brighter, whiter and healthier smile.
- Prevent bad breath and gum disease.
- Reduce risk of heart attacks, strokes and dementia.
- Early detection of dental problems saves you money on expensive dental treatment.
What is a Dental Cleaning?
In the sequence of treatment, a dental cleaning should follow a comprehensive oral evaluation to provide a clean environment for any dental treatments that are needed. It would not be wise to place a dental filling or a crown on teeth full of plaque and tartars; therefore, a dental cleaning is best done right after a dental exam.
Dental cleaning is one the most important preventive treatments in dentistry. There are two different types of dental cleaning: Routine dental cleaning and Deep teeth cleaning.
When patients ask why their gum bleed when they brush or floss, the reason is that they do not floss regularly. When patients do not floss, their gum become inflamed from buildup of plaque, tartar and bacteria and this is known as gingivitis. A routine dental cleaning is recommended to remove plaque, tartar and bacteria from your teeth (above the gum) to prevent tooth decay and gum disease. A routine cleaning should be done every 6 months during the routine checkup to allow the dentist to detect any early signs of cavities and address the concerns as soon as possible to prevent the need for costly dental treatments.
During routine dental cleaning, the dentist uses a cavitron that vibrates at high frequency to break off any mineral, bacteria buildup and stains off the teeth above the gum. Afterwards, the teeth will be polished to further remove plaque and stains. Polishing makes teeth smoother, so plaque and bacteria are less likely to stick around. Cleaning should not cause any discomfort or pain. Patient may experience discomfort during a cleaning if the patient has “gingivitis” inflammation of the gum from lack of flossing. It is normal to experience some sensitivity to hot and cold after cleaning. If there is sensitivity, you can use SENSODYNE SENSITIVITY Toothpaste to decrease the sensitivity. Sensitivity to hot and cold usually go away in a few days. Avoid WHITENING TOOTHPASTE that can cause sensitivity.
A routine dental cleaning is recommended for patients that do not have gum disease. For patients with gum disease, a deep cleaning is recommended because this type of cleaning removes the buildup of plaque, tartar and bacteria below the gum on the surface of the roots.
Post-Operative Instructions & Home Care
SENSITIVITY TO HOT & COLD
It is normal to experience some sensitivity to hot and cold after getting teeth cleaning done. The sensitivity will subside and go away with time. If there is sensitivity, you can use SENSODYNE SENSITIVITY Toothpaste to decrease the sensitivity. AVOID: whitening toothpaste, acidic foods like Lemon, cherry, grapefruit.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a dental cleaning?
A routine dental cleaning cost between $90 to $200.
How often should teeth cleaning be done?
Routine teeth cleanings are recommended every six months to maintain optimal oral health. Some patients accumulate tartar, plaque and stains quicker than others may need to come in every three months. Routine teeth cleaning can contribute to a healthy, bright and beautiful smile. It’s a great way to address any issues before they become worse.
Does teeth cleaning remove stainings?
Yes. Teeth cleaning removes tartar, plaque, coffee and food stains of your teeth to keep them bright and healthy.
Is it painful to get your teeth cleaned?
Teeth cleaning is not painful in healthy patients with good oral hygiene. Patients that do not floss regularly, might experience some discomfort in the gums during a dental cleaning due to gingivitis. Our dentist is highly skilled at ensuring that the patient is comfort during dental cleaning.
How long should a teeth cleaning take?
Length of your teeth cleaning appointment may depend on how much tartar, plaque and stains you have on your teeth. A dental cleaning appointment is about 30 to 45 minutes.
What happens if you never get your teeth cleaned?
Avoiding teeth cleaning by a dentist can lead to tooth decay, gum disease and tooth loss. Dental cleaning helps to maintain good oral health and prevent costly dental treatments.
R H2024-04-26The staff and Dr. Yang are very professional and friendly. As others have stated Dr. Yang is very thorough and explain every problem you have including photos and further prevention. Very clean office. After endless disappointments at different offices, I am so glad to have come across this dental office. Literally the best dental office I’ve visited in California. Definitely recommend!
Teresita Cerrillo2024-04-18Great experience went to Perfect smile happy satisfied customer Great Western Dental broke my crown incomplete job so I got referred by a friend super happy 😊
nicole mora2024-04-17The staff is so nice, I liked my experience so much that now my whole family goes.
Eddie Lopez2024-04-15So far it has been a good experience at this dentist, been coming here for a few months now and they seem to care about my teeth. They are professional at what they do, so we'll see how it goes after all these procedures I need to get done by them.. Thank you
Ray Guzman2024-04-14Very professional and knowledgeable doctors and staff. Changed my whole outlook on going to the dentist
steve hernandez2024-03-31Great experience here, great customer service and great Dentist!! Across the street from my house a plus!!
sandylou Aparicio2024-03-27This place it's clean and the personal very respectful and the Dr. Yang very professional and nice. I definitely recommend this Clinic ,because I has bad experience with 3 others Dental clinics.
Skylar Pharm2024-03-25This is the best dentist in Whittier! My first impression is that the office is nice and very clean. It is a modern dental clinic, they have the latest technology. The staff is professional and friendly. They brought me in right away. Dr. Yang is very thorough and professional. He explains everything to me and answers all my questions. He also gives me advice on how to take better care of my teeth at home. I had a crown done. I absolutely love it. The dental crown looks very nice and natural. I got a lot of compliments from my friends. The appointments were painless, they made me feel comfortable. I was very impressed with the doctor and his staff. I’d definitely recommend this place. I had a great experience and will be back for my dental implant.
Heang La2024-03-25Due to severe grinding, many of my teeth have problems. I hesitated going to the dentist for many years. My main reason for coming to the dentist was that my dental bridge broke. When I came to see Dr. Yang, his office was clean, welcoming and professional. The staff was really friendly. Dr. Yang was very through during the exam. He took photos of my teeth and showed me on the X-rays where I had cavities and where I needed to have dental crowns to prevent my teeth from breaking. He told me I need a night guard to protect my teeth from breaking when I grind my teeth when I am sleeping. I was very impressed with his attention to details. He took his time in explaining and answering all my questions. I don’t think I have had a dentist that cared enough to take the time to explain everything so I can understand what was going on in my mouth. I had the best cleaning. My teeth never felt so clean before! I have been coming here for my dental needs and have been very happy with their customer service that I decided to stay with this dentist for my dental implants. I highly recommend this office!
Heang L.2024-03-25I found this dentist when I was searching for a Dentist in Whittier. Due to severe grinding, most of my teeth have problems. I hesitated going to the dentist for years until my dental bridge broke. When I came to see Dr. Yang, his office was clean, welcoming and professional. The staff was really friendly. Dr. Yang was very through during the exam. He took photos of my teeth and showed me on the X-rays where I had cavities and where I needed to have dental crowns to prevent my teeth from breaking. He also told me I needed a night guard to protect my teeth from breaking when I grind my teeth when I am sleeping. I was very impressed with his attention to details. He took his time in explaining and answering all my questions. I don't think I have had a dentist that cared enough to take the time to explain everything so I can understand what was going on in my mouth. I had the best cleaning. My teeth never felt so clean before! I have been coming here for my dental needs and have been very happy with their customer service that I decided to stay with this dentist for my dental implants. I highly recommend this office!
luis s.2024-03-05Recently went saturday 3/2/2024 to get a tooth extracted from the minute I called towards the end of getting tooth removed front desk & dentist showed professionalism. Gave a fair price friendly environment also made some recommendations worth knowing!
Joe G.2023-11-05I had a pleasant no pain experience at this dentist. Very easy to set up appointment everyone was real nice. Highly recommended.
Elizabeth M.2023-10-14I have nothing but positive things to say about this dental clinic. They saw me as soon as possible when I broke my filling and tooth and wasted no time in getting me prepped and ready for a crown. Dr. Yang is amazing. I feel very comfortable with him and his staff. He always makes sure I'm alright and not in pain before proceeding with the next step and explains everything thoroughly. I'm very happy I found him and his clinic. I couldn't ask for a better team. I definitely recommend him. 10/10 best dentist!
Gilbert P.2023-10-14I cannot say enough good things about this office. Dr. Yen is a master of his craft, i have complete confidence in his ability. I hadn't had dental check in 15 plus years and he found all my problems. I will be returning to him to address them in the near future. The front desk cleric Magdalena (hope this is correct spelling) is very knowledgeable, she will guild you thru the process with ease. It never good news to be told you need dental work, but she makes it as easy as possible. I will update this after my dental work is done and fully recovered. Furthermore, they give you an easy-to-understand paperwork detailing everything just be sure to double check the back page. I know I'm forgetting something it will be in the next update.
Sandylou A.2023-09-23Esta es una Clinica que Yo recomiendo ,toda mi familia se movió aquí por las malas experiencias en 3 Clinicas Dentales. El Dr.Yang es muy profesional y honesto y su Personal de Enfrente y Atrás son muy amables y la clínica muy limpia , Gracias a Perfect Smile Dental Group por ser muy buenos con migo y mi Familia
Bernard D.2023-08-24I developed a toothache right before my first vacation in 10 years. They were open on Saturday and took me in, took care of the problem and saved my vacation. They explain everything, take pictures and show you what's going on. There is a lot of attention to detail. Very personable and professional too. I recommend this place.V 2.2023-06-08Professional, friendly staff, extremely clean and well kept office. A friend of mine recommended this office to me. I'm a very picky person and they definitely met my high expectations. Highly recommended!K R.2023-06-08Went to Perfect Smile for a teeth cleaning. They were very professional and friendly, and the office is very nice and clean. Will be going back!
Iris K.2023-05-27Dr. Yang and the staff are so nice and helpful. The office is very clean and organized. Dr. Yang is very thorough and explains exactly what the problem is and how to prevent/treat them. I love that they are not pushy with any treatments unlike other dental offices...Thank you so much for making my teeth healthy again!
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