If you’ve gone more than half a year without a cleaning, then you are ready for one. These preventive visits are essential for protecting your smile from common oral health concerns. We always urge our patients to have their teeth professionally cleaned and examined at regular intervals to maintain healthy smiles.
Try Our Dental Cleaning Quiz
- True or False: Brushing and flossing means you don’t need your teeth cleaned.
- True or False: You should have one every six months.
- True or False: The procedure reduces the risk of gum disease.
- True or False: We have a Groupon special on cleanings for new patients.
Answer Key
- False. You need both! Brushing and flossing helps remove plaque and reduce the severity of tartar buildup. However, only having your teeth cleaned can completely remove plaque and tartar from the teeth, reducing the risk of both tooth decay and gum disease.
- True. The American Dental Association recommends a routine cleaning about once every six months. We agree. However, should you have potentially high risk factors for gum disease we may suggest having your teeth cleaned more frequently.
- True. A cleaning removes tartar from the teeth. Hardened plaque can inflame the gums, increasing the likelihood of gingivitis and eventually gum disease forming. By having your teeth cleaned, you protect your gums from this serious and widespread oral health concern. In addition, you can enjoy fresher breath and a brighter smile.
- True. If you follow the link above you will see our Groupon specials page. Right now, for new patients only Dr. Leibowitz is offering a cleaning and a complete checkup for $55. Normally, these preventive visits would run about $135. You can leave our office with a clean and healthy smile. If you have any questions about our cleanings or our specials, then contact our office today.
ABOUT YOUR ASTORIA, NY, DENTIST:
Jeffrey Leibowitz, DDS, a native New Yorker, has welcomed patients and families from in and around Astoria, NY (including Queens, Manhattan, Brooklyn, and all surrounding communities) since opening his dental practice in 1991. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Leibowitz, call our office in Astoria today at 718-728-8320.
