Teeth Cleaning in Madison, WI

In most cases, a regular cleaning and check up consists of a comprehensive oral exam of the teeth and surrounding soft tissues, like gums, tongue and cheeks. The teeth are checked for decay, normal eruption and alignment for children and for any damage to the teeth like chips or cracks. The gums are inspected for health and any bone loss around the teeth will be discussed and treatment planned as needed. Any plaque or hard deposits called tartar are removed from around the teeth and then the teeth are polished for that smooth and shiny feeling! Dental films may be recommended periodically to check for any problems between the teeth and areas we can’t see by just looking in the mouth.

The dentists at Dental Health Associates are required by state statute to perform a complete oral exam at least once per year on every patient in their care, or have proof of exam performed at another dental office, before performing any dental procedure, including a cleaning.

In order to achieve optimal whitening, we actually recommend that patients have their teeth cleaned first. By removing the plaque and tartar build up around the teeth, better results can be achieved. Two visits are then required for optimal results.

Insurance coverage varies greatly for each individual policy. To find out what percentage may be covered by your insurance plan, refer to the information provided to you when you enrolled, or call the 1-800 number on the back of your card to ask a representative. If you need help obtaining this information, a Dental Health Associates front desk staff member would be happy to help you. If you are a DHA patient, our financial coordinators will help you obtain an estimate of coverage if requested.