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Deep Teeth Cleaning Benefits and What to Expect
Gum disease starts when plaque and tartar sit and build up on your teeth, inviting bacteria that inflame your gums. Gum disease begins as gingivitis, characterized by puffy and red gums that are likely to bleed at the slightest provocation. Gingivitis can be reversed by daily brushing and flossing combined with professional teeth cleaning.
However, if you are residing in San Jose, California, and have mild to moderate gum disease (periodontitis), you may need deep cleaning from Natalie K. Provenzano, DDS, Inc., to clear the infection. You may confuse this procedure with the regular “scale and polish” cleaning, and that’s why we are here to help you get things right.
What to Expect During Deep Teeth Cleaning Treatment
Before a deep clean, Dr. Natalie Provenzano will scrutinize your gums to detect gum disease using a periodontal probe. If the space between your gums and teeth is more than 3mm, it’s a sign of gum disease, and treatment is required immediately.
Once your dentist establishes a deep cleaning can treat your gum disease, the procedure will proceed as follows:
- We inject your gums with local anesthesia to minimize discomfort during treatment
- The dentist uses a scaling tooth to remove tartar and plaque beneath the gum line and on your tooth’s surface
- We smooth out your teeth to discourage the growth of bacteria
- Additional treatment in the form of antibiotic gel may be placed between your gum pockets
Typically, you need at least two deep cleaning appointments, but more may be needed for severe cases. Plus, follow-up visits are necessary for your dentist to establish that your gum disease is improving.
Benefits of Deep Dental Cleaning
Deep cleaning alongside diligent oral hygiene at home can control gum disease, if not eliminate it altogether. The common benefits of deep cleaning include:
- Eliminates gum disease by eliminating and discouraging the growth of harmful bacteria
- Prevents tooth decay
- Freshens your breath
- Improves your smile by removing unsightly tartar
Early signs of gum disease are hardly noticeable. However, we can detect gum disease and start treatment immediately during regular dental check-ups. If you believe you may need deep cleaning or other preventive dental care services, please dial (408) 226-2542 to book an appointment with Natalie K. Provenzano, DDS, Inc.
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Dr. Or Simel
Dr. Natalie Provenzano has been practicing dentistry since 2002 when she graduated from the University of Southern California Dental School in the class’ top 10. She served on the school’s ethics committee and was a member of the Oral Sedation Team and the National Dental Honor Society, Omicron Kappa Upsilon. She also received the American Association of Women Dentists’ Female Dentist of the Year Award.
Also an alumnus of Loyola Marymount University, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude with a BS in Biology, Dr. Provenzano was an active member of Ignatians Service Organization and Delta Gamma Fraternity and was chosen for the Order of Omega and Delta Sigma Nu Honor Societies.
Oral surgeon Dr. Or Simel has been practicing dentistry since 2009. He is a graduate of the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Dentistry (DDS), UCSF School of Medicine (MD), Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, CA, (BS/Biology), and UCSF School of Dentistry (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery). He graduated Summa Cum Laude and was on the Dean’s List, and National Dental Honor Society, Omicron Kappa Upsilon.
He is a member of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, American Dental Association, and California Dental Association.
Together, they provide exceptional general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry to patients of all ages in the area.