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Could dental teeth cleaning actually work?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Yes: It actually works all the time.

Answered 5/25/2017

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Definitely, yes: A clean and healthy mouth will improve your appearance, help you to keep your teeth and give you a better general health. However, you must practice good oral hygiene every day.

Answered 5/25/2017

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Dr. Anthony Marra answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Yes it works!: Dental Cleanings (adult prophy) help remove plaque that can turn into calculus. Calculus build-up untreated over time, can lead to periodontal disease. Periodontal disease affects the bone that hold your teeth in place. If you lose this bone, you will eventually lose your teeth. Periodontal disease is systemically linked to heart disease. You should make an appointment with oral health care provid

Answered 5/25/2017

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Dr. Justin Nelson answered

Specializes in Pediatric Dentistry

YES: dental cleans work but it must be tailored to the type & style that you personally need to make it work & provide long term success

Answered 5/25/2017

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Absolutely: A professional cleaning every six months is essential to a well controlled oral health program. Going without professional cleanings can result in permanent damage. Please call your Dentist for an appointment.

Answered 5/26/2017

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No question: 100% a good idea to have your teeth cleaned professionally. there are simply things you can not do on your own. Doing so will greatly impact your dental-- and overall-- health.

Answered 6/5/2017

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