202-667-0668 | amfdent@gmail.com | Request Appointment
Dental Cleanings & Preventive Care
Keeping your smile healthy starts with regular dental cleanings and preventive care
Professional cleanings and routine exams help prevent cavities, gum disease, and other oral health problems while allowing us to detect concerns early. We work with you to create a personalized preventive care plan that keeps your teeth and gums healthy for years to come.
Cleanings
Dental cleanings are essential for maintaining healthy teeth and gums. Even with excellent brushing and flossing, plaque and tartar can build up in hard-to-reach areas. These deposits contain bacteria that can contribute to cavities, gingivitis, and periodontal disease. During your cleaning, we remove plaque and tartar to help keep your entire mouth healthy.
SCALINGS
If plaque and tartar have accumulated below the gum line, scaling (often called a deep cleaning) may be recommended. This treatment removes bacteria and hardened deposits from areas that cannot be reached with a routine cleaning. To keep you comfortable throughout the procedure, we use local anesthetic whenever needed.
SEALANTS
Sealants are thin coatings applied to the chewing surfaces of back teeth to prevent the development of cavities. Sealants are particularly important for children, since newly erupted teeth are at the highest risk of trapping food. We use BPA-free sealants for added peace of mind.
LASER CAVITY DETECTION
We use the Diagnodent® laser cavity detector to identify cavities that may be too small to detect during a visual exam or even on dental X-rays.
BACTERIAL ANALYSIS
Preventing cavities involves more than brushing and flossing. The balance of bacteria in your mouth also plays an important role in your oral health. To help identify bacterial imbalances, we use CariScreen, a simple test that measures bacteria levels in your mouth. If needed, we may recommend the CariFree treatment protocol to help restore a healthier oral environment and reduce your risk of cavities.
TEETH GRINDING
Do you grind your teeth? Grinding can result in the premature wearing down, chipping or breaking of your teeth. We can provide you with a custom NightGuard that will protect your teeth during sleep.
DENTAL-RELATED MIGRAINES
Do you suffer from migraines or frequent headaches? In some cases, teeth grinding or jaw muscle tension may be contributing factors. We can provide a custom NTI appliance, worn while you sleep, to help relax key facial muscles and reduce migraine symptoms for appropriate patients.
CUSTOM SPORTS GUARDS
Dental injuries are common during sports, especially for children and teens. We provide custom sports guards designed to protect teeth and help reduce the risk of dental injuries.
Request appointment now!
Please fill out our appointment request form or give us a call at 202-667-0668
Proudly serving patients from Adams Morgan, Woodley Park, Kalorama, Mount Pleasant, Dupont Circle, and surrounding Washington, DC neighborhoods.