To keep your teeth and gums healthy, it is important to visit your family dentist regularly for a checkup and teeth cleaning. For over 25 years, Anchorage Dental Center in Alaska has provided these services and other high-quality and affordable dental care for all members of the family. They want you and your family to understand why you should visit a dentist office at least every six months to maintain your oral hygiene and overall health.

During your checkup, your dentist will check for cavities, plaque, and tartar, on your teeth. Plaque, a clear, sticky layer of bacteria, can harden and become tartar if it’s not removed. Tarter can’t just be removed by brushing and flossing; if plaque and tartar are allowed to build up on your teeth, they can cause oral diseases. Your family dentist will also check your gums with a special tool to measure the space between your teeth and gums to determine if you have signs of gum disease.

Your dentist will begin your teeth cleaning by using a process known as scaling to remove tartar from your teeth. Typically, after your teeth are scaled, they are polished using a gritty paste. This will help to remove any surface stains on your teeth. Your dentist will finish your teeth cleaning by flossing to ensure the areas between each pair of teeth are clean.

When you visit Anchorage Dental Center, you are like family. Their main concern is that you receive the preventative dental care necessary to help you avoid oral diseases and infections. To schedule a checkup and teeth cleaning appointment with Anchorage Dental Center's dentist today, call (907) 278-2521. You can also learn more about the dentist office by visiting them online.