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Deep Cleaning

Give Your Mouth the Deep Cleaning it Deserves with the Smile Center

No matter how diligent you are about brushing, flossing, and routine teeth cleanings, some areas of your mouth prove more challenging to reach. Tartar and plaque can build up below the gum lines and into the roots of your teeth, requiring more extensive care from a dental professional. That’s why scheduling teeth deep cleaning with the Smile Center of Peoria is essential. We can help you maintain optimal oral hygiene and avoid problems with your teeth and gums.

An illustration of teeth undergoing scaling, part of Deep Cleaning dental services in Peoria IL

What Does Deep Cleaning Entail?

A dental deep cleaning, also known as scaling and root planing, slightly differs from routine teeth cleaning. Using specialized tools and cleaning techniques, a dental hygienist will target plaque, tartar, and bacteria below the gum line and near the roots of your teeth. The process doesn’t take long and is made up of two parts: periodontal scale and root planing.

  • Periodontal Scale – Our dentists use a scaler to remove plaque and tartar from the surface of your teeth above and below the gum line.
  • Root Planing – After removing hardened deposits, the hygienist will smooth out the tooth roots, making it more difficult for bacteria to find areas to grow and thrive.

It takes a skilled dentist or dental hygienist to ensure your mouth and gums are plaque- and bacteria-free.

When is Deep Cleaning Necessary?

As mentioned, a significant buildup of plaque and tartar below the gum lines indicates a mouth needing deep cleaning. However, excessive plaque and tartar aren’t the only signs it’s time to check your teeth. Some additional signs include:

  • Persistent Bad Breath
  • Gum Sensitivity or Bleeding
  • Receding Gums
  • Staining on Teeth
  • Loose or Separating Teeth
  • Deep Pockets Between Teeth and Gums

Thanks to deep cleaning, our patients can maintain good oral hygiene and prevent the advancement of gum disease.

A dentist performing Deep Cleaning dental services for a client in Peoria IL

Schedule a Cleaning Today!

Gum disease is something no one wants to deal with! To avoid the advancement of gum disease yourself, all it takes is expert preventative care and deep cleaning from the dentists at the Smile Center in Peoria, IL. If you are interested in our general dentistry services or are looking for additional cosmetic, holistic, or pediatric dentistry services, call 309-691-8033. Our main office is located at 1424 W Glen Ave, Peoria, IL 61614.