There are several distinct types of dental cleanings, each designed to address a specific stage of oral health, gum health, and bone support. According to the American Dental Association (ADA) and the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP), dental cleanings are medical procedures tailored to either prevent disease or treat active infections like gum disease, also known as periodontitis. Getting the wrong type of cleaning can allow hidden infections under the gumline to worsen, which is why a thorough periodontal measurement check is required before your cleaning begins.
Routine & periodontal cleanings is part of Preventive Dentistry at Virginia Dental Care, located at 915 N Quincy St in Arlington, VA.
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Virginia Dental Care serves patients from Arlington, Ballston, Clarendon, Virginia Square, Courthouse, Rosslyn, Shirlington, Crystal City, Pentagon City, Falls Church, Alexandria, and McLean and nearby Northern Virginia communities.
For urgent pain, swelling, trauma, or infection concerns, call the office directly so the team can triage timing and next steps.