Teeth Cleaning

Brushing, flossing, and keeping up with your oral hygiene at home isn't enough to prevent harmful bacteria from lingering in your mouth. Just as you would visit your doctor for regular check-ups, you should undergo routine dental cleanings and exams. Preventative and restorative care starts with a complete dental cleaning at Gulch Dental Studio in Nashville, TN.

Benefits of Teeth Cleaning Appointments

Routine dental cleanings and exams are essential not only for your oral health but also for your overall well-being. Dental conditions such as periodontal disease have been tied to heart disease, stroke, and other issues. Having your teeth cleaned regularly can:

What Will the Doctor Examine?

Risk of tooth decay
Loose or broken tooth
Problems with your bite or jaw
Need for tooth restoration or replacement
Damaged fillings
Signs of gum recession
Need for fluoride
Risk of gum or bone disease

How Often Should You Get Your Teeth Cleaned?

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We recommend you schedule a dental cleaning and examination at least twice a year. However, if you suffer from ongoing dental problems or are at a high risk of periodontal disease, we may suggest that you come in more frequently.

Teeth Cleaning Process At Our Nashville Office

Dental cleanings and examinations involve more than polishing teeth and looking for cavities.

Get to Know You

During your visit to our dental office in Nashville, TN, your doctor will inquire about your health and dental history, medication use, and other factors that may impact the condition of your teeth and gums.

Screen for Oral Cancer

We may also provide an oral cancer screening where we'll examine your mouth, lips, cheeks, jaw, and neck for any suspicious lesions or bumps. We may also take X-rays of your teeth to examine your oral structures.

Develop a Personalized Plan

If we find a dental condition needing treatment, our doctors can work with you to develop a personalized plan to treat the concern safely and efficiently.

Conduct a Full Dental Cleaning

We will conduct a full dental cleaning that targets any stains, deposits, plaque, and tartar present.

Provide You With Resources

Your doctor will provide you with dental care recommendations based on your evaluation. They may suggest special cleaning aids and adjustments in your dental hygiene routine or diet.

Get the Process Started: Request a Consultation

Treatments We Offer

If our dentists find a concern that needs to be addressed, we offer various treatments that fall under three forms of dentistry:

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