Is My Smile Actually Clean?

You may feel like you’re going through the motions with cleaning your smile. However, you may wonder from time to time: Is my smile actually clean? The reason it’s so important that you can answer this question with a, “Yes” is because the only way to maintain your oral health is to maintain a clean grin. So, what does this mean, you wonder? Well, in the world of dental care, it means that you are consistently removing plaque and food and that you’re preventing buildup. Curious about how to really know for sure if you’re on the right track? Our Cleveland, TX team will make it easy for you!

Just Because It’s White, That Doesn’t Mean…

Don’t rely on the fact that your smile looks white or looks clean to tell you whether your smile is actually clean and healthy. Remember that you may have teeth that are less prone to staining. Or, remember that just because you may have received teeth whitening and your smile appears to be in immaculate condition, that doesn’t mean it is immune from oral health problems like tooth decay.

If You’re Not Seeing Us For Cleanings, Then…

Remember, as well, that your smile is probably not truly clean if you are not coming to us for dental cleanings. Yes, your brushing at home is effective and so it your flossing. They are both absolutely essential. However, they compose a percentage of the preventive care you need to maintain your oral health. We use special instruments and techniques to essentially complete the cleansing process that you cannot get 100 percent complete at home. This prevents issues like decay and gingivitis!

You’ve Really Got To Brush And Floss, Or…

Your smile is not truly clean if you are not flossing every day (once) and if you are not brushing every day (twice). You cannot completely protect your oral health with just brushing or just flossing. You must complete them both as directed for a smile that’s cleansed and avoids buildup.

If You’re Following Complete Preventive Care, Then…

If you’re following everything we suggest for your oral health, including your twice-a-day brushing, once-a-day flossing, and your visits, and you’re not making any assumptions, then yes: Your smile is likely very clean!

Enjoy A Very Clean Smile With Our Dental Care

Keep up with our advice and with the suggestions we put forth for cleanings and checkups and you can enjoy a truly clean, healthy smile! Call our Cleveland Family Dentistry office in Cleveland, TX, today at (281) 592-1234. We proudly serve patients and their families from Cleveland, Kingwood, New Caney, Conroe, Livingston, Huffman, and all surrounding communities.