The type of dental cleaning you need depends on your oral health status, with options ranging from routine preventive care to specialized treatments for gum disease. At Heritage Dental, we perform a comprehensive evaluation to determine which cleaning is right for you.
Types of Dental Cleanings We Offer
Common types of dental cleanings include:
- Regular Maintenance (Prophylaxis) — Standard cleaning for maintaining healthy gums, removing plaque and tartar above the gumline. Recommended every six months for most patients.
- Deep Cleaning (Scaling and Root Planing) — More intensive cleaning for early-stage gum disease, addressing buildup below the gumline. Often performed quadrant by quadrant over multiple appointments.
- Periodontal Maintenance — Ongoing specialized cleaning for patients with a history of gum disease. Typically recommended every three to four months to maintain gum health and prevent disease progression.
Signs you might need more than a regular cleaning include bleeding gums, persistent bad breath, receding gums, loose teeth, or a gap of over a year since your last dental visit. Our team will measure your gum pockets during your exam—deeper pockets generally indicate the need for more intensive cleaning.
Judgment-Free Dental Care in Pottstown
Call Heritage Dental today for a thorough evaluation with a trusted dental cleaning dentist in Pottstown. We will never judge or lecture you about your oral health condition, whether it's been six months or six years since your last checkup.