Professional Hygiene Cleanings

Most patients assume they can clean their teeth to perfection on their own at home with the use of a toothbrush, a fluoridated toothpaste, mouthwash and floss. However, the truth is DIY cleanings at home are insufficient. Every patient in the greater Springfield, MO area will greatly benefit from a professional hygiene cleaning performed at McKowen Family Dental. This in-depth cleaning eliminates plaque that developed even after you carefully cleaned your teeth on a nightly basis in the prior six months.

Our hygiene cleanings address the areas of the mouth that are difficult to reach as well as those that accumulated excessive tartar. We address such problems with scaling, polishing and debridement that can only be performed with highly specialized dental instruments. Put your faith in our team and we will loosen deposits from your teeth for timely removal. This is accomplished with professional techniques and handheld instruments you cannot use on your own teeth.

Even our dentist and dental hygienists receive professional hygiene cleanings once every six months for comprehensive oral care. This level of cleaning ensures the dental hygienist reaches the spaces between teeth and other parts of the mouth to prevent the formation of cavities and gum disease that would prove quite painful and potentially bust your budget.