Dental Hygiene and Teeth Cleaning

Chesterfield, St. Louis, Ballwin, O'Fallon, Ellisville, St Charles - Missouri

At Chesterfield Valley Dental Group, our experienced St. Louis family dentists spend a lot of time simply educating patients on the proper ways to manage their teeth and gums. Good oral hygiene is not a difficult or time-consuming process, and we feel it is of the utmost importance to give you the right tools to keep your teeth in great shape. We have seen first-hand what can happen when people ignore their teeth, and we work hard to help families make prevention a priority.

Tips for Maintaining Good Dental Hygiene

Brushing your teeth, limiting sweets, and flossing are the three main components of good dental home care. In order to prevent cavities and tooth decay, you should brush and floss a minimum of twice daily.

Keep the following in mind to ensure proper oral hygiene:

  • Treat Your Teeth Well: How you treat your teeth plays a big role in the perpetuation of a beautiful smile. Your at-home routine can literally make or break your dental health, so be sure to pay close attention to how you manage your smile. During your first visit with us, St. Louis family dentist Dr. Robert Goldman or Dr. Jeffrey Yenzer will review your home care steps and help you alter your routine for more effective plaque removal and prevention.
  • Let Us Treat Your Teeth, Too: Your toothbrush and floss can only reach a limited range inside your mouth. Professional cleanings are designed to remove sticky plaque and tartar build-up that brushing and flossing alone cannot clear. This heavy-duty plaque removal helps protect your teeth against cavity formation, which could eventually lead to gum disease, root canals and other large-scale dental treatments. Also, the X-ray and examination process is crucial for spotting potentially damaging problems before they affect your dental health. Remember that our goal is to catch bacteria early, before it has had a chance to cause a toothache, tooth loss, or gum disease.
  • Take Your Dentist’s Advice: Saying "yes" to recommended treatments can improve the condition of your teeth and strengthen them against future damage.

Please contact our St. Louis family dentists, located in St. Louis and Chesterfield, Missouri, today to schedule your check-up. We are currently offering a complimentary tooth whitening kit for all new patients worth $400-500, so give us a call.

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