I neglected going to the dentist for almost a decade. I don't really have a reason why besides lack of knowledge of the importance. Unfortunately i chew and drink heavily. I was expecting the worst. The dentist was as shocked as i was that there were no issues. I only brush and floss once a day. Idk why I'm sharing this. I guess because i have nobody else who would care 🤷. I'm appreciating your videos a lot.
@@ProdNapoleonsame im 22 and my last appointment was when i was 16yrs old. I went bc my wisdom tooth was hurting and luckily have zero problems. My mouth has space for the wisdom tooth so there was no need to extract it. I do keep up with teeth hygiene since it’s honestly the 1st thing i look at when meeting people.
@@ProdNapoleon this was me until recently! My parents didn’t instill in me the importance of dentist visit because they themselves weren’t properly educated on it. My adult years have approached & now I’m trying to educate myself & them about the importance of our health all around! 😊
@@Alorajones19 Pain from wisdom teeth was actually the reason I went as well. It's pretty painful! One has grown in now, but my teeth have stayed straight and not shifted, so I haven't gotten anything done about it. I hope it all works out for you without surgery or further pain!
@@vighneshhande6220 I made it back home about an hour ago from getting a deep cleaning at the dentist. You feel slight discomfort and little scrapes here and there but overall no pain during it. My mouth is still semi numb so I can’t speak on any pain afterwards yet but my teeth and mouth feels the cleanest and refreshed it’s ever felt. I agree with her above it feels so good and I now want it forever lol!
@@erick7brian Yea they numb you first with the gel and then the injections. I have a high tolerance so neither one of those barely work on me and it still wasn't that painful.
Thanks for this awesome video. I'm a dental hygienist and I would just like to add that while a regular cleaning may only take one visit, a deep cleaning can take between 2 to 4 visits (and sometimes even 6) because we usually do it in quadrants. We can do as much as 2 quadrants at a time but usually not the whole mouth especially if we have to give you the injectable anesthetics instead of the topical. Also lasers may be used during the procedure to reduce bacteria in the gums to aid in healing which may also add to the cost (my office doesn't charge for it) as insurance does not usually cover the laser procedure. Yes! The 3 to 4 month regular maintenance is crucial to keep the gums free of infection.
Why does it take so many I hope they can do mine all at one time because that adds up especially if u have to go out of town for a dentist is it possible to do it at one time
@Water Sniper Yes, I'm sure you can and should if you intend to wait for the extraction for a while. Shouldn't hurt a thing as long as you instruct the hygienist not to do those teeth. The front back side of the teeth normally need to most cleaning.
I had no insurance and went to a clinic. The sob that did my cleaning was a retired Army dentist. Anyway, he did a deep cleaning on me with no anesthesia. I swore I would not go to a dentist again unless I had no other choice. Every cavity that jerk filled the tooth split on me. He drilled out too much with a big bit. There are some pretty bad dentists out there.
How can you prevent scams from professional dentists (I.e. dentists telling patients they need work done that isn’t really necessary)? This is a growing problem, apparently
Thats a great comment. I think many are scammers. I had one place tell me I needed 3 root canals. I got a second and third opinion. Both said I didn't need a root canal and that my teeth were fine. Makes me so mad! Also a deep cleaning is always forced on you each time you go. They say "whens the last time you got a deep cleaning"? I say "I've never had one done". They say "then it's a about time you get one". 🤣 Not happening!
Unfortunately there are scammers. But sometimes I wish that having gum disease would hurt. That way people will pay more attention to it and not feel that they're being scammed when diagnosed with it.
This is an excellent comment and I think it deserves a full length video. Some dentists have aggressive treatment plans while other dentists have a more conservative treatment philosophy. I think the best way to approach finding a great dentist is through looking at your family’s recommendations and it also never hurts to get a second opinion if you feel uncomfortable with what is recommended to you. Excellent comment
I haven’t been to the dentist for a cleaning in years. My teeth look great, minimal buildup. Got one of those metal tools to get some plaque buildup from my grocery store to just pick some off my bottom front teeth and it worked great. Now a month and a half ago I went to the dental school for X-rays to get my wisdom teeth out (I’m 28, tried multiple times to get it done…long story) and come to find out I had a HUGE cavity in one of my premolars. Had no idea. Needed to get it pulled :( now I’m looking at the cost of an implant. Taught me a big lesson to keep up with my dental appointments!! Although with a family of 5 with no insurance to help, that gets so expensive 😫
Perhaps see if Humana's HI215 plan setvicesbyour area. A filling is cheaping than an implant. You're too young to have extractions, try your best to always avoid pulling teeth.
i begged my mom to take me to the dentist bc i havent gone in multiple years and bc i suspected i had gingivitis. Finally went yesterdqy and i was right. I have gingivitis and now am on a treatment plan. Thanks for bring a bitch, mom.
It amazes me that a $1 pack of floss can literally save ppl thousands of dollars in dental work, yet they still half ass their flossing at home. As soon as I realized that i started flossing 2x a day.
It is really difficult to floss though, I feel like i spend 2 minutes trying to do like four teeth, and that im hurting my teeth on the bringing it in to the teeth
Excately. I buy a big roll, about 100 m. It may not be the most expensive one but i still floss everyday and use electric toothbrush and for the last four cleaning were done very quickly and the hygienist hardly done any cleaning on my teeth and no cavity. So no you dont skip on the brushing and flossing.
@@lyranlover6904 Have the hygienist show you how to floss properly, and you'll be done with your whole mouth in about 3 minutes tops! If your contacts are tight enough that you are having trouble getting it in and out without pulling, try "Glide". It is waxed, flat, and does a great job.
Just went to the dentist for the first time in over 10 years and it went actually well and only had 2 cavities and was looking into more information about teeth afterwards to maintain good oral health, thx 4 the great video.
It is a great video and he has beautiful, healthy teeth. I wonder if they're veneer 🤔. Would love to hear his routine: how many times a day does he floss/brush, does he drink coffee/wine/tea/curry/blackberries etc.
Either I’m crazy or dentist have way better bedside manner than doctors. And this guy is the perfect example lol I learned a ton watching this. Subscribed for sure.
I do use a scaler I got from Amazon. I use it to get food out from between my teeth and scrape out sticky food from my molars. I also brush my teeth twice a day and use a water pick. I have seriously deep pockets in my mouth, some at 6 and one at almost 10! It's been an on going thing in my life getting these deep cleanings. I just got back from my dentist a couple of hours ago so I'm still kind of numb and a bit sore. They did my entire mouth in one sitting and even filled a small cavity. I prefer to get this stuff done this way.
My girlfriend got a hand scaler from amazon and poked herself in the gums. It ended up turning into an abscess that needed surgery. Her first dentist recommended just pulling the tooth but thankfully she got a second opinion and the second dentist saved the tooth with a bone graft. So yeah, leave the scaling to the professionals would be my reccomendation.
She should’ve gotten the auto scaler that only works on teeth and when it hits something soft like the gums it stops. So it only works on hard surface to avoid poking on the gums
I really appreciate this video! I'm going in for a deep clean evaluation today, I'm not sure if they'll actually start yet, but I'm very nervous and this helped calm me down a bit. I'm really embarrassed by how bad my teeth have gotten since I've been without insurance for 13 years and that's the last time I got my teeth cleaned. I'm also nervous about the pain because my teeth and gums have become very sensitive and you mentioning numbing helps ease my mind. Here's to hoping I can afford it and all goes well, and I can stop hiding my smile.
I have a dentist phobia because I went to the dentist as a child, and she was extremely rough with my mouth. My gums were cut and ever since I just avoided any dentist I’d just prefer flossing and brushing daily.
I had a home scaler tool years and years before Amazon was born. I loved it. Everytime I went to the dentist, I got comments about how well I was taking care of my teeth! Prayer works...I think works better than yoga or meditation. Overall, a good video. Thanks for the info😁
I bought a metal scaler set from a pharmacy years ago. I don't see them anymore at the pharmacies - only on Amazon. My dentist told me that she doesn't like them because most of her patients don't know how to use them properly. My teeth are just fine, though.
@@narenpatel7316 I don't know the outcomes to their prayers. One needs to know how, and when, to pray appropriately. God hears all prayers...and does what He knows is best. Sometimes, that doesn't seem like a positive outcome to the one who prayed, but God knew what they really needed and gave it to them, and always for a good reason. When the Prophet Job was tempted, it wasn't because of his sins, or something he'd done wrong. It was because God knew his heart and his extreme faith and patience. So God taught us how to be humble, faithful and extraordinarily patient through Job's example.
Great info, I had periodontal disease and the deep cleaning really helped my gums become healthy again. I now get my teeth cleaned twice a year and in between I use the de-scaler because I produce a lot of deposits. I’m just thankful that I’ve never had a cavity and no bone loss per my dentist.
@@rosalindjackson831 well he cleared me from it but told me that it can return if I don’t take care of my teeth. He said certain people are more prone to getting it.
Thank you for these great tips! I will be taking my Aunt to the dentist after not having been in about 10 years because she is so afraid. I will show your video to her so she can have her questions concerns answered. Thank again!
This was very informative and helpful. Neglected my teeth severely during my teens and early 20's, start taking care of the mid-20's onwards but not as well as I could have. Recently got told I have quite mild gum disease and made the mistake of googling gum disease.. I've had bad anxiety about my teeth since but knowing all this helps.. Not completely as i'm still worried about them haha but it does help thank you :)
LeeR1985 - It has been my experience that using hydrogen peroxide as an oral and dental cleaning aid can prevent and cease most dental and gum problems. I have used it since 1990. I am now 61 and haven't had to go to the dentist for any problems since then. Absolutely zero side affects besides initially it found its way into problem areas and expanded while cleaning out those otherwise unreachable areas. After about a week it no longer happened. I swear by this and don't really understand why no one else seems to know about it. Try it! It's cheap and super affective. Good luck!
Yup, when they were explaining the procedure it fucked me up. But I knew it had to be done. When I came back (9 months thanks COVID) I sat down and before she began explaining what she was about to do I said don't tell me.
Change your diet. Eat "real", better cheese with vitamin K2. Oily fish with D like wild salmon or sardines. Cut most sweets out, could accommodate some berries, maybe citrus once in a while.
I can assure you that if you're only getting cleanings done, then you'll continue to have the disease because the bacteria that is the problem won't go away with the removal of tartar. I was able to reverse gum recession and cavities thanks to Dr. Ellie Philips's advice and her FREE oral care system. You should check her out on RU-vid or wherever you'll gain a new perspective on how to actually care for your teeth. If you keep only doing cleanings with water at the dentists, that won't take off the microscopic bacteria that's creating the problem.
I don't have dental insurance and I'm broke as fuck so I bought the plaque removing vibrating one from Amazon and it did an amazing job of ripping off all the calculus and plaque from my teeth. And then I got a waterpik and regular flossing and a vibrating toothbrush. My teeth has never been better. Some reason I get plaque buildup really easily no matter how much I brush floss and use mouthwash. And this has helped me from spending a lot of money for going to the dentist multiple times each year
When my wisdom tooth started to hurt, I found the nearest dental care to my office. It was removed and then went to cleaning after two weeks. Doctor recommended for two deep cleaning sessions. Today I had my first deep cleaning to the right side of my mouth and found myself watching this video. If you have a chance to go to a dental office, please don’t postpone it guys. Later on, not only costs more money but also decrease your lifestyle. And if you are in NY, Preferred Dental Care (Manhattan) has nice, caring dentists and also good payment options.
I was a person who was terrified of the dentist due a horrible experience. I did go to the dentist every three months. Gum disease is family trait. I loss one tooth at a time. I never got over my extreme fear. Valium, laughing gas, plus Novocain. I normally started shaking as the time got closer to my appointment.
Thank you Cathy for sharing this story. It honestly makes me reflect on when I see nervous patients and how it can be so difficult for them to come into the office. Thanks for the comment
Wonderful video. All dentists should provide such information in their waiting rooms or as a link so that patients facing deep cleaning can familiarize themselves with how to read an x-ray of their teeth and what the process achieves. I am 76 years old and have had only one procedure (a root canal) in my entire adult life. I have not seen a dentist since. After 20 years my gums are still pink and my teeth are fairly white considering my age. Nevertheless, it seems dentists insist on a deep cleaning if new patients have not had dental care over such a long time. I have mixed feelings about that. My new dentist charges over $650 for what will be a 60 to 90 minute procedure. Fortunately my cost will be $84.
I'm 21 years old and have never been to the dentist. I used to have perfect teeth until a couple years aback and now there's a little plaque buildup that's on the bottom front 6 of my teeth. I really wanna get them cleaned and this video cleared up some of my fears. Thanks.
Keep continue both times brush ...and do not go dentist they destroyed your teeth for greedyness they hide many cons ...i go last month dentist same situation but greedy dentist filling in my teeth without any diesease he cheat and do not tell me anything side effacts ..
@@maggiee639 I like my Braun Oral-B because the small head makes it easier to get my back molars. I have a rather narrow upper palate and it just fits better. But I agree: get a good rechargeable. Save the battery-powered ones for travel.
I would just add if you're a person of color you can have dark healthy gums. Mine are odd and pink where the gum meets the tooth and then become purple for most of the gum.
I was one of those ppl that went to the dentist for the first time in 5 years. Turns out I had no problems and just needed a regular cleaning after they advised a deep cleaning seeing as I haven't been in a long time. 2-3s all over with the occasional 4 or 5 in the back portions. I also take very good care of my teeth. Regular cleanings still are necessary though...
I love getting my teeth cleaned and like after I always feel so confident for weeks I suffer from gingivitis no one taught me how to really care for my teeth and gums as a child so now I suffer from gingivitis and cavity’s just had a root canal finished and I need two fills I hate needles but the cost of a filling looks a million times better then a root canal and I don’t think it should be as uncomfortable as getting a root canal done
Root canals really don't seem much different than a deeper cavity. I just don't like holding my mouth open that long. At least with a root canal you shouldn't feel anything after I have had fillings before where my teeth were really sensitive after. I have had some where I had mild toothaches after the fillings on teeth that weren't bothering me at all before the filling.
In 1994, my husband got a job at Microsoft. As soon as his insurance plan kicked in, I immediately went in for my first dental check-up since my parent's insurance stopped covering me, when I turned 18. The check-up was pretty uneventful. I was pleased when X-rays showed that I STILL had no cavities! After my teeth cleaning, as the gal was removing the bib, she said, "You know... Since there was hardly anything on your teeth, a cleaning every six months might be too often for you. You could easily get away with a yearly checkup, maybe longer. When was your last dental appointment?" "Umm, 1982?" was my reply. Some people just get lucky and, as infants, pick up a really robust ecology from their parents' saliva (comprised of more of the beneficial micro-organisms, conducive to oral health, as opposed to those that cause tooth decay). That HAS to be the case for me, because I only manage to remember to brush when my teeth feel scuzzy. Fortunately, I HATE when it feels like there are sweaters on my teeth, or if I can't feel the definition of separation between the back of each tooth with my tongue. The feeling of ANYTHING between my teeth drives me nuts too! I may not brush or floss more than every couple of days, or so (also, before I socialize); but at least it's somewhat regular and I'm extremely thorough. Whatever I've been doing, must be sufficient. I'm pushing 60, and I've never had a cavity. PLUS, the gum probe thingy always measured at mostly 2mm and never over 3mm, even during both of my pregnancies, and also while I was going through some nasty chemo for breast cancer (apparently, those things can really take a toll on tooth and gum health). It seems to me that, if they (researchers) developed a kind of "probiotic" that would replace those oral ecosystems, prone to decay, with a more beneficial microbiome that combats tooth decay and gum disease, it could be a long-term low-maintenance solution for people who suffer from chronically poor oral health. Better than fluoride, I'd wager.
Being bored has resulted me in caring about my oral hygiene and flossing daily and brushing my teeth at the morning and night and using fluoride mouth wash.
Great description of what to expect when having teeth cleanings and the difference between regular and deep cleanings. Dentist seemed to cover the gamut of the whole subject in an easy to understand way. Also anticipated what patients would have questions about. May I also add, he did in a way that you got the idea he really wanted to be helpful. Thank you so much.
I have an electric scaler and I love it. My dentist said ok to it when I took it and showed him. Have to make sure teeth are wet and not get ridiculous with it. Alot easier and seems safer than manual scaler.
Thanks for a very informative video. I think teeth care is very important. I bought a hand scaler a few years ago and do the back of my front teeth once every couple of weeks, when I notice a tartar buildup. Floss can't remove it and the scaler does a good job. I'm careful not to go below the gum line and just scale the sides where the tarter builds up. It's very satisfying to remove the tartar which appears as a soft (sometimes calcified hard) buildup (or is it plaque?).
Tartar build up and calculus all represent that hard mineralized deposit that gets stuck on your teeth. I’m glad you are taking care of your gums and smile! Keep it up Tom
I wasn’t to the dentist for 6 years. But I am after my teeth like a hawk, always using an electric toothbrush, floss, airfloss, interdental brushes, mouthwash and chlorhexidin once a week. There was nothing to find. Teeth perfect and I still have all of them at 60. Now I am back to Germany and back to two times a year for a dental hygiene. I wish I could do that myself, but I just can’t see every corner. For me my oral B always seems like my rescue.
Ease up on the CHX. It's not recommended long term and makes what small amount of calculus you do have rock hard. Which just makes it hell for the dental hygienist 😂 . Otherwise you sound like you're doing great!
@@lauren8627 thank you very much for educating me. I didn’t know that until now, she never told me. And to be honest, I have never seen calculus like in the video, never had it. I have stains from coffee and green tea sometimes at the lower front teeth, therefore I go and let her clean it. Last time she asked my whole routine and did not tell me about this. Would it be enough then, to dip the interdental brush in chx and only brush that once a week between my teeth? I really want to have them last my lifetime, that’s why I am asking.
@@ceedee743 Long term chlorhexidine use can also cause staining, I definitely don’t recommend it to my patients. I feel it really doesn’t do much, especially since it gets washed away from your mouth within minutes
@@JordyJRT Thank you very much. I used it, because it was recommended to me in Switzerland by a dentist, although my teeth and gums were in perfect condition. In Germany my dentist told me to stay away from it, because it also kills all good bacteria, and I just don’t need it, because there is no inflammation. But I thought, better safe than sorry, so I used it. And it is no pleasure. It tastes bitter and the next day my mouth is numb somehow. I use it overnight. And if it doesn’t do any good, I will from now on stay away. Thanks again for educating me. 🥰
@@ceedee743 I like how conscientious you are! I agree- chlorhexidine is not necessary for you. If you want to be sure there are no perio issues starting, dip your brush in a mixture of hydrogen peroxide and water (50/50) and push gently toward the space where the enamel meets the gums, you will see bubbling if there is any inflammation and bacteria present. Gingival bacteria are anaerobic, and can not live in the presence of oxygen, so they die off quickly using this method. It does an amazing job, and also keeps the teeth white without abrading them. We had every patient do this in a perio office I worked in, and the results were astounding.
I occasionally had inflamed gums. Finally the dentist recommended a deep cleaning in two stages. I did have the procedure done about five years ago and it cleared up any gum inflammation or bleeding. I do go to a periodontist once a year for a cleaning because I feel my primary dentist pushes product. So question why a primary dentist wants to stick you with other procedures such as Lasers after regular cleaning. Good video!!
First of all, your teeth are gorgeous! This is an awesome video. Your explanation and presentation are top notch! After watching the deep cleaning and scaling videos, I have always wondered what happens to patients gum disease afterwards. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
You usually have to keep having the cleanings every 3-4 months and the pockets in your gums will heal up and eventually those pocket depths will reduce some. They might even do some laser surgery to the gums
This info wouldve definitely helped me have less fear in the past. Being more educated about what's going on during a procedure helps lower anxiety of the unknown. Thank you!
When I was younger I didn't look after my teeth very well due to lack of brushing and sugars, I don't believe you should live life regretting but it's definitely something I struggle with today and regret greatly but this video really helps give confidence and demystifies some of the fears I think many people have with the dentist and cleaning and that's including myself so thank you for this extremely informative video.
I use the medal tooth scaler, bought from Amazon. Easily removed hard plaque. Yet they are extremely sharp, so do take your time to prevent stabs & jabs
I bought a scaler on Amazon and it works great and buys me time until I can get to the dentist. My plaque builds up fast at the bottom inside...like in 2 weeks or less. So it's great to use in the meantime.
Arestin, Atridox, and Cavitrons! I love scaling and root planing! I have seen black necrotic tissue pop out of some gums. I don't like Oraqix- Just epi-lido!
I haven't finished the video, but so far he hasn't mentioned hydrogen peroxide as a dental and oral cleaning aid. And I don't expect him too. It works far too well for a dentist to suggest using it. In fact I think it is one of the best kept secrets between dentists. I have been using it since 1990 and with no ill effects. I could go on and on about how well it works, but let me simply say that I haven't had an abscess or any other necessary dental work done for 31 years now. My teeth are far from perfect, but I have been able to preserve them very well by using hydrogen peroxide on a daily basis. I brush with it. I also floss of course. Put a small amount in your mouth, tilt your head back and brush your teeth with it in there. You can stop and swish it around onto your upper teeth at any time. Try this. You will be amazed, and your dentist will NEVER tell you about it.👍
Are there any sorts of products you'd reccomend? Surely you aren't taking completely concentrated hydrogen peroxide in your mouth, are you? I've seen that there are hydrogen peroxide mouthwashes.. Would you reccomend those?
@@nintendofire622 well what I use is straight otc hp. At first I felt some discomfort when the hp went into areas that are unreachable by brushing or flossing, for maybe a week, tops. I think those areas were future problem areas that easily could have required dental surgery. But now they have basically disappeared as far as I know. There are some mouthwash products with a small amount of hp but I never tried them. Those cost considerably more as well. Why mess with a good thing? 👍😁
I am also someone who uses peroxide, along with baking soda, an tea tree oil. Hadn't been to the dentist in years. My dentist 1st words were, you have really healthy g ums an little to know build-upon your teeth, I have never had a deep cleaning, never needed one, it's true you can have really good oral hygiene without buying toothpaste an mouthwash. Brush twice a day, especially before going to bed, an scrap your tongue to freshen your breath. But both peroxide an baking soda freshen ur breath because they both kill bacteria in the mouth
@@arygibson7409 great! I am happy to hear of your results. I don't use baking soda because it's similar to a grinding or polishing compound. I used it many many years ago for a while and did notice some positive affects. Fresh breath! But after thinking about it I stopped using it because teeth don't grow new enamel, and I felt like I was going to damage the surface if I continued. Not the same with hydrogen peroxide. Yes I've been using it since 1990. 👍
My first deep cleaning on my upper right is scheduled for next week so this video is timely. I have a couple of nines in there. Pandemic lockdown and severe depression really did a number on my teeth. If the deep cleaning doesn't close it up I am facing gum surgery.
If I had to choose a single tool (apart from the toothbrush and paste) to reduce to the minimum the possibility of cavities, periodontal disease, etc… that’s the waterpik. Can’t wait for my extraction scar to close up to resume my waterpik because it’s amazing how it gets your teeth cleaner than ever.
Thanks for this very informative video Dr. Sami, one of the factor to consider whether to have deep cleaning or routine cleaning is the gum health and if it's bleeding, i only know this stuffs coz of kriss ai it really helps me a lot with my dental questions. :)
I have sensitive gums and I'm afraid to get deep cleaning because last time, it bled so much. Dr. Sami's vid really helped me decide whether to go back or not but maybe I can also use that kriss ai? Is it free?
Yeah I hadn’t been to the dentist in 10 years. No flossing. They said my teeth were good and nothing else needed to be done. Time flew by and it’s almost been 5 years somehow and this new place said everything looks good. But they want another cleaning in 6 months. Honestly why? I’ve been doing fine. Maybe once a year is all I need. If that.
So I bought one of those teeth scalers off Amazon a long time ago. I ended up not using most of the tools because honestly, I couldn't use it properly on myself since I had a limited view of my teeth. BUT the little mirror tool actually helped me catch a cavity and I addressed it to my dentist, who was able to fill it. Later down the road, (after disinfecting them), I was able to use the scalers to get rid of tartar and calculi off my dogs teeth. But you do have to be very careful and a dog that is cooperative. I feel like it's a tool to be recommended under certain circumstances but not for most.
I didn't know why I had dental insurance for years and never visited a dentist. Last year I booked 4 dental appointments only to call later and cancel them. Something in me would convince me if I go the dentist will make my teeth and mouth worse. This year I started researching about dental health because I felt I can't make myself go see a dentist.....in the process I learnt about about dentist fear....I just realized that is what I have. I booked and went👏👏but next appointment for cleaning...am struggling, I strongly feel I should cancel it, I don't know what's wrong with me. I even keep on asking my friends whether I really need it.
I found myself having a hard time staying awake at the dentist. Not out of fear, but just felt tired and comfortable. Have you had many patients fall asleep during a routine clean?
Thank you for the informative video. Before my deep cleaning today I was more nervous despite not usually being nervous at traditional/standard cleanings. I had what looked like some tooth loss and I was afraid it might be close to 50% but as I read more about this it was a mix of Inflammation and more like 5% tooth loss. I had a couple to a few 5's and a few more 4's. The rest seemed to be 3's and below. I was a little relieved to know it wasn't AS bad as I thought it might be but definitely motivated by hearing the word 'bone loss' a few weeks before my actual cleaning so I've started brushing routinely after eating heavy foods and before I go to bed at night. Flossing will be tough but I have bought a waterpik. They we're able to get all of it (4 quads/areas of the teeth) in about an hour and a half. Probably less if I didn't have so many questions lol.
@@apacur Its no different than any other numbing. I have had it done with no numbing at all the most I ever got was that gel they rub on your gums. Its basically the same as any other cleaning only they get deeper into the gums to scrape away anything you have along the roots of your teeth. Once you have it done though they normally want you to keep coming back for it every 3-4 months to monitor your gums
Thank you for sharing. I just started in the dental feild I work as a sterilization technician. this helps me to know further in detail of the tools I help sanitize.
First, I am glad you made this video. Unfortunately, I believe I will need a deep cleaning when I see the dentist. It has been over ten years since I had a cleaning, and for various poor reasons I have not returned to a dentist. At this point, I am sure I have some gum disease, even though I floss my teeth at least once a day. As I floss my teeth, blood has appeared on the floss. In additon, my gums are sensitive, so I think I already have gum disease. By watching your video, I am determined to see the dentist in early 2022 and regain my oral health. Thanks so much for providing an informative discussion on basic teeth maintenance.
I just had my deep cleaning and scaling appointment today... its something i never wish to have. but thank you for the nice and clear explanation it is making me feel better
I actually polish prior to cleaning teeth. It removes plaque and food bits off the teeth very successfully without producing much bleeding. It then gives me a clear view of what’s leftover, which is usually staining and calculus. This allows me to utilize my time much more effectively. Following the polish, I use the ultrasonic scaler, and I conclude with fine tuning via scalers. Patients report positively with this order; they say their teeth feel exceptionally clean. Not to mention, clinical studies show that polishing first reduces the likelihood of a patient developing bacteremia, which can lead to infective endocarditis, among other major issues. Also, patients who use OTC dental scalers tend to overuse them at home. Overtime, the enamel becomes thinner, giving the teeth an hourglass shape, which is irreversible. I can always tell which patients use scalers at home. Barely any tartar, but the crowns look deformed, which can create interproximal food traps as an unfortunate byproduct. Great video overall!!
Respectfully, I'd like to correct you. During a regular cleaning, dental professionals SHOULD go below the gum line. However- what differentiates a regular cleaning from a deep cleaning is that with a deep cleaning, the probing depths are 5,6+ and therefore you need a DEEP cleaning to go DEEP into the diseased pocket to clean out the deposit. As a dental professional, it bothers me that you said routine or regular cleanings clean only above the gumline- this is simply not true. Also, calculus on x-rays can take 5+ years to calcify enough to show up on x-rays. So if there's no calculus present on x-rays, a "visual" representation isn't enough to tell if there is calculus/mineralized deposits below the gum line. TACTILE sense using an explorer is what should be used as an indication if calculus is below the gumline, and that will determine whether someone needs a deep cleaning. There are some instances where patient can walk in with all signs of healthy gums but have moderate-heavy calculus below the gum line- I've seen it especially in young adults.
These are all valid points. I tried my best to simplify these hygiene concepts to the general public and will make a correction in a pinned comment. Happy holidays -Sami
You must have give to school in Europe where they teach you that with routine you go 3-4 deep but you should go 5/6 if the gum line allows even with routine! You see in US they don’t care, unless you agree to deep cleaning which by the insurance DOES NOT COVER FOR SAME reasons as I mentioned, if you have tartar it should be removed even with regular cleaning. Period! Here dentist are more of revenue making businesses nothing more!
@@liaevans9776 The difference is the diagnosis. If you have periodontal disease with bleeding on probing, gum swelling, bone loss detected in radiographs, furcation involvement and subgingival calculus, you need a deep cleaning. If you only have a gingivitis (inflammation of the gums) but the bone is intact and there is no loss of gum attachment, you may only need a a full mouth debridement or a regular cleaning, with a re-evaluation a month after to see if the problem is resolved. Deep cleanings are not easy. We need to clean deeper where we cannot see. We can only feel the chunks of calculus with the instruments, and sometimes, we are not able to reach the calculus because they are too deep or the access is limited due to the position of the tooth. 6 millimeter pockets are not easy to clean. If we can not remove the calculus, we need to refer you to a periodontal specialist. And they probably would decide that you need surgery to clean your teeth. There is no cure for periodontal disease. We can only treat it, try to control it. I see a lot f patients that come to our dental office when the perio disease is too advanced, and the patients ask us to do a miracle and save their loose teeth. If you do not want to pay for a deep cleaning, start flossing and brushing properly your teeth. And yes, deep cleanings are more expensive because it takes longer time, and several sessions, along with hard work to clean stinky, bloody rotten mouths.
I just got my teeth cleaned today! It wasn’t a deep clean, but my teeth looks SO MUCH BETTER!!! I had a dentist I went to, but they don’t do a deep clean there either. Apparently my teeth were yellow! Now they’re so white and the yellow is gone, after going to another dental place. My teeth look so great now!
Since you asked, I ordered a toolkit from amazon. My teeth had not been cleaned in a while. There was 10 or 12 tools but I only really used 2 or 3. Some look dangerous. Mostly I used a big blunt tool, like a hammer, with a rounded pointy end that is not sharp. This worked good to loosen hard buildup. I have used a flat looking scrape thing too, and the mirror. Mostly I just used the hammer thing. Now I hardly use it. Just a couple spots that i scrape up every few months
i found a dental college in my city that did my scaling and root planing for free. Actually they paid me for it because i helped some students as their patient for the final exam. you should go ..
I was using Crest 3D white charcoal tooth paste, i was feeling pain in my jaw with one of my upper teeth in the back where the crown broke off. I saw this video a few days ago and decided to buy the Sensodyne sensitive tooth and gum paste along with the water pick you recommended. OMG the difference it has made in the last 3 days alone is amazing! I wish i knew all this before!
I’ve bought a ultra sonic scaler and it has been able to remove tarter easily. I take my time, rinse with warm salt water often and paid $50 not $1200. Honestly, dentist charge way to much money.
@JayJay there is a difference between stains and plaque and tarter. It can remove surface stains sure but stains on the entire tooth need something else. Try activated charcoal or oil pulling.
use the dental disclosing tablets you can buy on Amazon. It will really help find the build up so you can git er done. I do this two once every 4 months along with use a polisher and some prophy cups and prophy polish the dentists use in a medium grit. I went 6 years without going to the dentist. Everything was pretty damn good and only had a small cavity.
A dentist tried to scam me. Wanted me to pay 2.000 dollars for a deep cleaning. My deepness on the gums were all under 5, i almost doesnt have plaque, just a little bit on the back, and they said they found a bit of buildup in between two teeth.
I remember when she was measuring my gums I was in so much pain! After that cleaning I promise I floss daily.! She also told me to massage my gums with my toothbrush and you better believe that I do
The biggest difference between a "Deep Cleaning" and a "Routine Prophylactic Cleaning" is the price. The former being VERY expensive (even with insurance) and requiring 4 visits, and the latter being usually covered 100% by most medical insurances. Also, there are some unscrupulous Dental Hygienists who recommend you have a Deep Cleaning which I more profitable for them when you only need a Regular Cleaning. That happened to my husband when he went to the dentist for the first time in over 10 years to have a broken molar pulled and the hygienist said he would need a Deep Cleaning after the removal. However, when the dentist came in to examine him, she said he only needed a Regular Cleaning which I guess didn't sit well with the hygienist. That's why I have a hard time trusting dentists and hygienists!
This is so interesting because I recently got my teeth cleaned by my dentist! It was really satisfying and nice how my teeth feel now. Really motivated me to take better care of my teeth as well.
When I was younger, I LOVED the dental cleaning appointments because it just felt so clean, and I didn't get ANY sensitivity at all. Now, every time I go for a simple cleaning, it's not just sensitive, but it's painful for several days later. I wind up needing pain relievers just to eat soft foods, and forget anything firm or crunchy after a cleaning. As much as I loved going to the dentist as a child, I now am definitely developing more and more of a fear just due to the pain I experience, despite letting them know I've got very sensitive teeth and gums to start with. I just don't understand why it's becoming more and more painful each time I get a cleaning, despite nothing changing, to my knowledge, since childhood. I wish I could get back to loving those cleanings instead of growing more and more fearful of them
Did you change a dentist? it might just be ur dentist. i had to switch a dentist once because my dentist had a emergency. The substitute was so rough that it felt like my front teeth was going to crack
Mild recession can expose that second layer of tooth that he mentions and it can be pretty painful. Ask your dentist if you can be numbed for your cleanings because you have very sensitive teeth. Most will not mind.
Thank you, I've got gingivitis, gum recession and have been recommended scaling and polishing. I've got 2 rcts, one with a crown and another with no crown. This will be my 1st time , I hope it will be painless.
To answer a question you asked about the hand scalers tooth kits, I recently bought some to help with my own teeth. Will say they do seem helpful, I'm able to use the hand held reflective mirror to see the back sides, and middles more clearly with the sink mirror. So I can actually tell if there's an area the I missed or needs mor attentions. Should mention it also lets me know if I should avoid certain areas that are sensitive from a cavity. The picks and scalers help me to try and get easy plaque off, and food/ect that's stuck in a rough place. **I don't try to use them to deep clean, or scape/pick at areas that are best left for a dentist** - Cavity that's giving me trouble? I don't try to use them in there, unless there's food I've eaten that is clearly there and easy to remove. Otherwise I rinse with water and mouth wash to help with the rest.
Outstanding presentation, good information about your teeth hygiene. I went to the dentist today; I was told that a deep cleaning was $1100. I did a little research; it wasn't that much at some dentist in Oklahoma.
Sunglasses are a good idea. Oral hygienists/Dentists in Japan put on a towel on your face covering your eyes and chin so that only your mouth is exposed for the operation/cleaning. It blocks out the light and protect your face from any water/blood. Even better than sunglasses :)
Thank you so much. I'm after my second sitting of deep cleaning, feeling so much of sensitivity and nervousness. Your video helped me to clear my doubt. Will update you once I'm done with my gum surgery.
I'm on the sensitivity portion where he's showing the toothpaste to use.. and I don't know if he said this at some later part of the video but if you have fillings do not use sensitive toothpaste with whitening.. you will regret it!!!!!!
How do you explain an 80-year-old homeless has better teeth than me? I brush at least twice a day with an Oral-B electric toothbrush, and floss three times a day after I eat. I use Waterpik at night before going to bed. I have a bunch of cavities and a root canal.
It really depends on the severity of the periodontal disease. If you have really deep pockets we remove the calculus and irrigate with antibacterial agents to cleanse the site appropriately; however, there are times where we need the supplemental antibiotics to eliminate the last remaining bits of bacteria that may be harvesting under the gums. Hope that helps!
len- That might be helpful but would get expensive very fast. Since plaque forms quickly and calculus forms in about 24 hours, it’s usually better to emphasize the importance of home care, making sure the patient is using the correct tools with proper technique, taking their time, and has a twice daily routine.
