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Professional Cleaning
In addition to appropriate oral hygiene at home, it is
necessary to get your teeth cleaned at least every six months. Brushing,
flossing, and rinsing help, but a professional cleaning will get the areas
that you are missing. It will also clean the areas that you are unable to
clean, the deeper gum pockets that develop over time. During the cleaning,
your hygienist will also inform you on how to take good care of your teeth,
answer questions, and inform you on products available that are specific to
your needs. During the cleaning, bitewing x-rays (those that look at the top
of your teeth) should be taken once a year. A full mouth set of x-rays
should be taken at least every five years. The dentist should do an exam
every six months. This can help catch cavities early and correct any
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