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Transform Your Oral Health with Dental Hygiene Services
Santa Rosa Dentistry and Implant Center recommends at least two annual dental hygiene visits in Santa Rosa, California, to keep your teeth and gums in tip-top condition. Although you brush and floss your teeth diligently, you need the help of a dentist to detect issues and clean areas that may have passed your notice at home.
If you have not attended your oral wellness visit this year, book an appointment with Dr. Wayne Sutton and the team to keep your smile on track. Stay healthy so you can enjoy life’s best moments.
What should I expect during a dental hygiene visit?
Oral wellness visits allow our dental team to inspect your teeth and gums for signs of infections, decay, misalignments, etc. The dentist probes your oral structures with an intraoral camera to see even the furthest corners of your mouth. Sometimes, the dentist may use digital X-rays to examine the health of the oral structures beneath the gum line.
Since your teeth are susceptible to plaque and tartar buildup, the dentist administers standard cleanings to eliminate these unwanted deposits. For this procedure, the dentist uses special tools to clean your teeth surface and just beneath the gum line. This cleaning is similar to what you do daily with brushing, but it’s more thorough and effective in removing calcified deposits.
The dental hygienist concludes your dental cleaning by polishing your teeth with gritty toothpaste. This polishing gives your teeth a shiny, smooth finish and eliminates surface stains to restore your smile’s radiance.
How often should I adhere to oral hygiene visits?
For healthy individuals, we recommend a minimum of two dental visits annually. However, if you constantly battle gum disease and decay, we recommend visiting your dentist 3 to 4 times yearly.
Why do oral hygiene visits matter?
Even if you brush and floss your teeth religiously, you must adhere to regular dental visits. Many oral issues are only noticeable in their earliest stages with the expertise of a professional. Dental hygiene visits offer several benefits.
Some include:
- Prevention of dental issues.
- Early detection of oral problems.
- They are an affordable way of keeping your smile healthy.
- They protect your overall health.
- Dental cleanings help maintain a radiant smile.
Does insurance cover dental hygiene visits?
Yes, most insurance providers cover oral wellness visits because they are preventative. However, if you don’t have insurance, you can still achieve a healthy smile. We have special patient programs to allow you to access dental care with affordable annual payments.
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How should I observe optimal oral hygiene at home?
Healthy gums and teeth aren’t solely the dentist’s responsibility. Most of your oral health depends on you. While dentists play a crucial role in diagnosing, treating, and preventing dental issues, they see you only a few times a year. The day-to-day care of your teeth and gums rests primarily in your hands.
Observe the following good oral hygiene habits to maintain optimal dental health.
- Brush twice daily with a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste.
- Floss every day, preferably before mealtime.
- Consider a medicated mouthwash.
- Eat a dental-friendly diet, including veggies, fruits, and dairy products.
- Quit smoking.
Ready for dental hygiene services in Santa Rosa?
Santa Rosa Dentistry and Implant Center helps maintain healthy smiles with oral hygiene services in Santa Rosa, California, and the surrounding locations. If you want to use our oral wellness services, call (707) 542-6772 to schedule an appointment today with Dr. Sutton and the team. Your healthy, beautiful smile awaits!
Dr. Wayne Sutton
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Dr. Sutton is one of the premier cosmetic dentists in Sonoma County, and with over 25 years of experience, his implant center maintains a standard of excellence using the strongest dental implant bridge currently available to provide predictable full mouth dental implant reconstructions.
Dr. Sutton completed his postgraduate studies at The Pacific Aesthetic Continuum in San Francisco and received his doctorate, three years of experience as a clinical instructor, and the coveted “Clinical Excellence Award” from UCSF School of Dentistry in 1997. He also earned his Fellowship in the Academy of Comprehensive Esthetics and studied Advanced Occlusion at the Hornbrook Group.
Dr. Sutton continues to take four times the annual continuing education requirements to maintain his license. As a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation (awarded his Fellowship), the Academy of General Dentistry (Fellowships status), the American Dental Implant Association (Diplomat status), the American Dental Association, the American Academy for Dental Sleep Medicine, Dr. Sutton is also a select cosmetic dentist recognized as an Official Dentist of the Mrs. Globe – Mrs. USA Pageants.