Fueling a healthy body and well-being through a healthy mouth! The importance of professional dental cleanings
A healthy mouth fuels a healthy body—no truer words have been stated. At Advanced Dental, we also know that the health of the body can be reflected in the health of the mouth. Optimized oral health and overall wellness start with consistent and thorough brushing and flossing at home. But it does not end with good home care alone. These habits must be complemented by professional expertise and services, which notably include professional teeth cleaning or dental prophylaxis (“prophy”).
Professional teeth cleanings 101
The prophy is generally one part of the regular dental “checkup” at our office in Aliso Viejo, California. First, Dr. Chitra Tiruveedula examines your teeth, gums, and mouth for causes of concern. As needed, she leans into the expertise of our onsite gum disease specialist, board-certified periodontist Dr. Joseph C. Yang. Digital x-rays and other diagnostic technologies may also be ordered to ensure no problems are lurking beneath the surface and to inform next steps, such as needing a “deep cleaning” or other periodontal therapies or interventions.
After the exam is complete, the cleaning portion is generally initiated. It is a vital part of every checkup. Not all plaque and bacteria can be removed with standard toothbrushes and floss. If allowed to linger, these substances eventually erode the jaw’s teeth, gums, and supportive bone. Additionally, surface stains can build up due to the accumulation of pigmented foods and drinks, detracting from the smile’s appearance. Our hygienists have the special skills and instruments to painlessly and effectively remove even stubborn plaque build-up or tartar from the teeth and gum line. The last step is to polish and floss the teeth to support a minty-fresh, clean, sparkling, stain-free, decay-busting, and bad-breath-fighting result!
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The American Dental Association recommends patients of all ages, regardless of health status, visit their dentist at least once every six months. These checkups present opportunities to monitor for signs of problems and to manage risk factors for dental disease by controlling the amount of harmful bacteria in the mouth and plaque build-up on the teeth. The earlier issues are spotted, the sooner they can be treated conservatively, well-tolerated, affordable, and efficiently.Patients who leave problems unaddressed end up requiring more invasive and expensive procedures to restore their oral health and overall well-being. By taking a more proactive approach to oral health and wellness, patients maintain a healthier smile and a healthier “self”! Call (949) 289-9993 now to reach our office in Aliso Viejo, CA – your best, healthiest smile awaits!
Dr. Chitra Tiruveedula
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Dr. Chitra Tiruveedula has been practicing dentistry for over 20 years. After advanced training at Case Western Reserve University and Cleveland Clinic in Ohio, she relocated to Orange County, CA in 2015. Dr. Chitra is a member of the American Dental Association and California Dental Association. Committed to continuous education, she provides top-quality dental services using the latest advancements.
Dr. Joseph C. Yang
Dr. Joseph C. Yang has over 30 years of dental practice experience. He earned his B.S. from Washington University in St. Louis, MO, and his D.D.S. from the University of Illinois, Chicago. He then had a distinguished 30-year career as a U.S. Naval Dental Officer, including a residency in Periodontology at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. Dr. Yang is a diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and a member of the American Dental Association and American Academy of Periodontology. As a board-certified Periodontist, he has performed thousands of successful periodontal and implant procedures. He is also a renowned lecturer and trainer in the latest implant and periodontal techniques worldwide.