Comprehensive Dental Exams and Cleanings in Reston, VA

After evaluating your comprehensive oral exam, we will work with you to develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to your unique needs. That includes immediate restorative needs and preventive treatments to maintain a healthy smile. We will also determine the type of dental cleaning you need based on your gum health.

After a new patient visit, there are times we can provide you with a personalized treatment plan immediately and begin treatment as soon as possible. Depending on your needs and the extent of care needed, we may schedule a treatment plan consultation to go over your individualized plan and collect additional diagnostic data required before starting actual treatment.

Regular dental visits are the foundation of healthy smiles. Most people with healthy teeth and gums require twice-yearly visits to our practice. If, however, you have gum disease, risk factors for tooth decay, or a medical condition that increases the risk for dental disease, we may recommend more frequent visits to help you maintain a healthy smile.

A recall, or routine dental visit, is similar to a new patient exam. We will evaluate every aspect of your oral health and intervene, as needed, to address any conditions that may have developed since your last visit. We always recommend the most conservative procedures, aiming to save as much of your natural tooth structure as possible. By focusing on prevention and early intervention, we help you avoid more complex and invasive treatments down the road.

At Ateeth Dental Care, our belief, backed by scientific data, is that healthy gums and a strong bone structure are the foundations upon which we restore and maintain your dental health, function, and aesthetics. Other than an emergency situation, your treatment process will always begin with a dental cleaning.

But what type of cleaning is right for you? The type of cleaning you will need will depend on your unique needs. The following is a look at the dental cleanings we offer:

Healthy Mouth Cleaning: For patients with healthy gums, we conduct a regular cleaning, which involves removing plaque and tartar from your teeth and gum line, as well as surface tooth stains. Twice-yearly dental cleanings can help keep your gums and teeth healthy and sound.

Gingivitis Cleaning: If you have signs of early gum disease, including red, puffy, or bleeding gums, we may recommend a gingivitis cleaning. This type of cleaning goes further than a regular cleaning, removing plaque and tartar buildup above and below your gum line. Your gums can return to their healthy state with frequent dental cleanings and meticulous home oral hygiene practices.

Periodontal Cleaning: If gingivitis goes unchecked, it can progress to periodontitis, which can destroy the bone and tissue supporting teeth. While not reversible at this stage, gum disease can be managed. The first line of treatment is a periodontal cleaning, also known as a deep cleaning or scaling and root planing. The procedure involves removing plaque and tartar from your teeth and gum line, followed by cleaning your tooth roots and smoothing them out. This helps promote healing and gum tissue reattachment. This deeper cleaning is critical for managing periodontal disease and preventing further bone loss or damage, which, in turn, can help prevent tooth loss.