How Often Should I Have My Teeth Cleaned After a Dental Deep Cleaning?

A dental deep cleaning is done to thoroughly clear out the teeth and gums. Oftentimes, they are necessary in order to treat mild cases of gum disease. Once a dental deep cleaning has been done, a lot of people want to know how often they should undergo routine cleanings thereafter. 

Routine cleanings are important to maintain the results from the initial dental deep cleaning. A general dentist can determine how often routine cleanings are necessary based on the results of the dental deep cleaning, as well as an evaluation. 

How often to get a normal cleaning after a dental deep cleaning

Below is an overview of how often to get a normal teeth cleaning after a dental deep cleaning takes place. This information can be helpful to those who are not sure. 

The average recommendation

Typically, most people are required to undergo two dental cleanings a year; however, a dental deep cleaning is required because the gums and teeth are in bad shape. With that being said, general dentists typically recommend that patients get cleanings every three months after a dental deep cleaning. This ensures that the results of the dental deep cleaning are maintained. 

Within three months, the teeth and gums can revert back into bad shape, which could put the patient's oral health at risk. Because there is that risk, it is important that routine cleanings take place at least every three months. 

After routine cleanings are done every three months for a period of time, the general dentist may alter their recommendation. If there are good results from the ongoing cleanings then they may not be necessary as frequently. 

Other factors

In some scenarios, the general dentist may recommend more or less routine cleanings after the initial dental deep cleaning. If the dental deep cleaning was a one-time thing and the patient has good oral health otherwise then the frequent dental cleanings afterward may not be necessary. 

On the flip side, if the patient has needed more than one dental deep cleaning in their life then it may be necessary to get routine cleanings as often as every three months afterward. Additionally, if the gum disease was in a severe stage then it may be necessary to get routine cleanings even more frequently than every three months. 

Patients are not required to follow the general dentist's recommendation about the frequency of follow-up cleanings; however, it is highly advised. Additionally, the patient can opt for more frequent cleanings on their own. If they want to ensure optimal oral health then they can undergo routine cleanings with the hygienist as often as they want. 

Learn more today!

Want to find out more about dental deep cleanings and maintenance after one has been done? Working with a general dentist is a good place to start. After a dental deep cleaning, an evaluation can be done to determine how often routine cleanings are necessary. Reach out today to ask questions or to get started.  

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