Professional Teeth Cleaning Services in San Antonio

At Advanced Smile Care, our San Antonio dentist makes the experience as easy and comfortable as possible. From the moment you step into our office, you’ll feel at ease, knowing your oral health is in good hands. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped patients in San Antonio maintain healthy teeth and gums with professional cleanings that go beyond the basics. Whether it’s been six months or six years since your last cleaning, our team is here to give you the care you deserve—without any judgment, just results.

Why Regular Teeth Cleaning Matters

You’ve likely heard, repeatedly throughout your life, that going to the dentist and getting regular cleanings was important. However, routine dental care is likely far more critical than most people realize. Yes, they help prevent cavities, reduce plaque, and remove tartar build-up, but they also do much more.

Teeth cleanings can be instrumental in preventing gum disease, including severe cases that can lead to gum loss, jawbone loss, and tooth loss and damage. Regular dental cleanings work beyond the oral cavity, slowing down sources of infection that can spread throughout your entire body via the bloodstream. If you’ve ever heard people with gum disease are more likely to have heart problems, this is the reason why.

Regular teeth cleanings are scientifically backed. According to the American Dental Association, the average dental patient should visit their dentist at least twice a year. However, those with specific risk factors should see their dentist more frequently. These patients include those with diabetes, immune deficiencies, oral piercings, smokers, and individuals with a history of gum disease.

Enjoy the Benefits of Routine Dental Care

There are numerous benefits associated with taking great care of your teeth, including those that can benefit your whole-body health. The following are just a few of the advantages patients get with routine dental care:

• Preventing bad breath
• Saving money by avoiding costly restoration
• Early detection of any issues in the oral cavity
• Remove plaque and tartar that leads to cavities and gum disease, even in patients who practice strong oral hygiene at home
• Better overall oral hygiene
• Lower risk of heart disease, diabetes, and stroke
• Education and guidance to continue proper care, including the use of correct techniques, dietary changes, and other preventative measures
• Aesthetic improvements to your smile

We know many people avoid going to the dentist, whether because they don’t have time, feel stressed about going, or feel shame about the current state of their teeth. But at Advanced Smile Care, we want patients to know they’re in a judgment-free zone under our care. 

We don’t care how long it’s been since your last visit, only that you’re equipped to move forward and make great decisions for the future. We go to great lengths to ensure our patients feel comfortable and safe, so please get in touch with us when you’re ready to begin.

What to Expect During a Professional Teeth Cleaning

Most routine dental cleanings will involve some familiar steps, including an exam, removing plaque and tartar, polishing, flossing, and fluoride treatment. Depending on how your provider handles the process, the exam may happen before or after the professional cleaning.

Your visit should also include recommendations from your dentist and hygienist about properly maintaining your oral hygiene at home. They may point out problem areas, recommend medication or other treatments, and tell you about areas needing more attention.

There may be more happening during the exam than you might initially realize. Your dentist will look for more than just cavities, as they’ll also look for signs of infection, oral and throat cancers, and measure your teeth to ensure they are behaving properly. For instance, teeth that look too long may indicate the gumline is receding and you’re losing essential tissue. By seeing you regularly, your dentist can catch problems early, begin treatment sooner, and mitigate long-term damage to your oral cavity and well-being.

How are Deep Cleanings Different From Routine Cleanings?

During a routine cleaning, your dental team will primarily focus on the visible surface of your teeth. This allows the dentist to focus on areas where bacteria, plaque, tartar, and other damaging buildup are most likely to appear. Deep cleaning focuses on removing this buildup from below the gum line and toward the roots of your teeth. This buildup below the gums is more likely in patients who have not visited the dentist for a while, so a deep cleaning will help treat and prevent gum disease.

Deep cleaning often requires more specialized tools and processes. In particular, your provider will use scaling and root planning to reach into the tighter spaces under your gums. Your deep cleaning may end with a polish, which may help prevent build-up from redeveloping.

When Did You Last See the Dentist? Refresh Your Smile with Advanced Smile Care

At Advanced Smile Care, we believe professional teeth cleaning isn’t just about freshening your breath—it’s about protecting your overall health and giving you the confidence to show off your smile. Our team takes a thorough yet gentle approach, ensuring every patient receives the personalized care they deserve. 

Whether you need a routine or deep cleaning to address gum health, we’re here to make the experience as comfortable and stress-free as possible. Schedule your cleaning today to take the first step toward a healthier, brighter smile. Call us at (210) 366-3606 or visit our contact form to book your appointment.