How Dental Cleanings Save You Money
Dental cleanings and dental exams are an important part of oral health, but also your overall health and well-being. Good oral health should include a regular routine of brushing and flossing at home, a healthy diet, and protective measures like custom mouthguards for sport and to prevent teeth grinding. Dental cleanings, dental exams, and preventative oral care will save your teeth, your gums, and your smile, but good oral health will also save you money. Here’s how.
If you are experiencing chronic bad breath, dental cleanings can help.
For more information read, How Dental Cleanings Can Prevent Bad Breath.
Dental Cleanings Save Money
What Is A Dental Cleaning?
When you schedule your dental exam, you will also schedule a dental cleaning. This cleaning is a critical part of maintaining optimal oral health. In addition to improving the appearance of your teeth, the benefits of a dental cleaning include:
- Gum disease prevention
- Stronger, healthier teeth
- Reduced bad breath
- Cavity and tooth loss prevention
- Improved overall health
During a dental cleaning appointment, your hygienist will:
- Examine Your Teeth And Mouth: Your dental hygienist will conduct a comprehensive examination of your mouth, teeth, and gums for irregularities and signs of decay.
- Scale: Your dental hygienist will use a scaling tool to remove plaque and tartar if you require deep teeth cleaning.
- Polish: Your hygienist will remove any residual tartar from your teeth using a high-powered tool.
How Often Do I Need A Dental Cleaning?
The recommended schedule for dental cleanings is once every six months. Your hygienist might recommend more frequent cleanings if you have bleeding gums and inflammation, chronic bad breath, certain health conditions like cancer or arthritis that can impair your ability to clean your teeth properly at home, or lifestyle habits that impact your oral health like smoking. To learn more, read How Often Should You Have A Dental Cleaning?.
How Does It Save Me Money?
Dental cleanings along with regular dental exams and an effective at-home oral hygiene routine can save your smile, but also save you money. They will:
- Prevent Costly Tooth Repairs: Skipped dental cleanings can increase the risk of cavities and decay. The buildup of plaque and tartar may even disguise the beginnings of a cavity. Cavities can also form between teeth and be undetected until they require more serious, invasive, and expensive repair.
- Preserves Your Natural Teeth: Cavities, gum disease, and damaged teeth can lead to tooth loss. There are several options to replace lost teeth, but for the most part, they are costly and they may not be covered by your dental health insurance provider.
- Protects Overall Health: Treatments associated with tooth decay and tooth loss can be expensive, but neglecting your oral health and skipping regular dental cleanings can have a significant and costly effect on your overall health too. Dental cleanings support oral health and overall health by preventing certain illnesses. During a dental exam, your hygienist will examine your mouth for abnormalities that could indicate the presence of oral cancer, heart disease, osteoporosis, and diabetes. Catching these diseases early will save you money on diagnosis and treatment, but could also save your life!
Save Your Smile And Your Money With Dental Cleanings At Dr. Korol Dental
Dental cleanings are an important part of oral health and overall health. By protecting your teeth from decay and your mouth from disease and expensive tooth restorations, they also save you money. Book your biannual dental cleaning and exam at Dr. Korol Dental today.
Dr. Korol and her skilled and compassionate team are committed to providing the highest quality and safest, most holistic approach to dental care, oral health, and overall well-being. We offer the newest and most effective treatments and technologies to support a lifetime of good health. Our practice is committed to a biocompatible approach to family dentistry. Book your appointment by calling (403) 245-9099 or filling out our online form.
FAQ
There are certain steps you can take at home to keep your smile white and healthy. This includes quitting smoking, limiting your intake of certain foods and drinks, brushing and flossing your teeth regularly, and rinsing your mouth after every meal.
Some people believe that if they are practicing good oral hygiene at home they can skip the bi-annual visit to the dentist, especially when a busy schedule or the lack of dental coverage are obstacles to dental care. But regular dental cleanings are a critical component of good oral health and even overall health. Learn more about The Risks Of Skipping Regular Dental Cleanings.
A deep teeth cleaning is required to treat gum and periodontal disease. Periodontal disease is an infection of the gum, jawbone, and the structures surrounding the teeth. "Peri" means around, and "odontal" refers to teeth. Swollen and bleeding gums are early signs that your gums are infected with bacteria. If nothing is done, the infection can spread. It can destroy the structures that support the teeth in your jawbone. Eventually, your teeth can become so loose that they have to be extracted.
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