If you notice your teeth have a lot of build-up on the surface, we can help you remove a lot of the excess tartar from your mouth. Plaque and tartar can be incubators of bacteria, causing serious problems like periodontal disease and gingivitis. It is important for your oral health to remove this build-up and continue a preventative homecare regimen.
Full Mouth Debridement
When heavy plaque and tartar deposits have built up on your teeth, we often recommend a procedure called full mouth debridement to remove that build up.
The benefits of debridement
Plaque is a sticky, colorless film of food and bacteria that constantly forms on your teeth. If it is not removed every day, plaque hardens and turns into tartar. Over time, this plaque and tartar builds up on your teeth. A heavy build up blocks our ability to clearly see and examine your teeth and gums. It is also important to remove the accumulation of plaque and tartar because they are the main cause of tooth decay and gum disease. Many factors can contribute to heavy build up, including:
- Dry mouth, also called xerostomia
- Tobacco use
- Certain health conditions
- Wearing braces
- Poor oral homecare
- Not getting regular professional dental cleanings
The debridement procedure
Depending on the situation, we may begin the procedure by recommending a numbing gel or offering nitrous oxide to make you more comfortable. Next, we use a variety of instruments to carefully remove the plaque and tartar above and around the gumline. We may also apply an antimicrobial rinse. Then, we finish the procedure by carefully reviewing your homecare routine. A full mouth debridement is an important initial step in the ongoing evaluation and treatment of your oral health.
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