Brushing and flossing are very important parts of a rounded dental health routine. But if you are not having your teeth professionally cleaned you may not be doing everything you can to protect your smile from the damage that plaque can create. As well as helping to protect your smile from other complications you may not recognize at home. To become better informed on the subject, contact your Katy, TX, dentists Dr. Marvin Olim and Dr. Sarah Olim of Olim and Associates.
The Problem With Plaque
Plaque is the film that forms on your teeth every day. It's why the recommendation is to daily remove it with brushing and flossing. But there may always be some plaque that's leftover, especially if you have teeth that are crooked or that in some way limit your access.
This plaque turns into tartar thanks to the minerals in our saliva, as well as create acids that will wear away the enamel on your teeth, and can cause other problems like gum disease.
Professional Dental Cleanings in Katy, TX
The good news is that professional dental cleaning can remove this troublesome tartar, and it's even possible to reverse gum disease while in its early stages. But because plaque never stops, just as you are advised to brush and floss daily, it's recommended that you visit your dentist for a dental cleaning twice a year. It keeps tartar from accumulating to the point where it can cause damage, but also, it allows your dentist to examine your teeth.
Dental problems are best treated early, it's why a prompt diagnosis is important. Early treatments are often less invasive, and usually less costly, the earlier they are dealt with.
Stop putting it off, make an appointment today with Dr. Marvin Olim and Dr. Sarah Olim of Olim and Associates in Katy, TX, by dialing (281) 206-0249.