A professional cleaning every six months keeps small problems from turning into bigger ones.
What Is a Professional Teeth Cleaning?
A professional cleaning is different from brushing at home. Our hygienist removes tartar, which is hardened plaque that cannot be brushed off, from the surfaces of your teeth and along the gumline. The visit also includes polishing to remove light staining and a rinse to clear away any remaining debris.
Most patients come in twice a year. If you have a history of gum disease, we may recommend coming in every three months instead.
Why It Matters
Why Regular Cleanings Matter
Tartar buildup left in place leads to gum disease and tooth decay
Cleanings let us catch small problems before they need expensive treatment
Fresh-feeling teeth and a cleaner smile after every visit
What to Expect
- We start by reviewing your health history and any concerns you have
- Our hygienist scales and cleans all tooth surfaces, including below the gumline
- Teeth are polished and flossed
- Dr. Sandhu performs a comprehensive dental exam and reviews any findings with you
- We schedule your next visit before you leave
Who Is This For?
Anyone with natural teeth. Adults and children both benefit from routine cleanings. We see patients from Carmichael and nearby areas including Citrus Heights, Fair Oaks, and Arden-Arcade.
We welcome patients from Carmichael and nearby communities including Citrus Heights, Fair Oaks, Arden-Arcade, and the Sacramento 95841 area.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Most routine cleanings take between 45 minutes and one hour, including the exam with Dr. Sandhu.
For most patients it is comfortable. If your gums are sensitive or it has been a while since your last visit, there may be some tenderness. Our team works gently and will stop if you need a break.
Yes. Both the Adult Wellness Plan and the Child Wellness Plan include two routine cleanings per year.
No problem. We see patients in exactly that situation regularly. We will assess where things stand and put together a clear plan without any judgment or pressure.
Yes. We treat children from infancy through adulthood. Our hygienist is experienced with young patients.
Ready to schedule your cleaning in Carmichael?
Most patients are in and out in under an hour. New patients welcome.
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