Preventive and hygiene
Ready for a cleaning without the long wait?
A hygienist cleaning removes what brushing cannot, and gives you a clear picture of where your teeth and gums stand.
About this service
A routine cleaning, sometimes called a prophylaxis, removes plaque and hardened tartar from the surfaces of your teeth and just beneath the gumline, then polishes them. It is the single most useful appointment in dentistry, because it keeps the small things small.
Six days a week, plus Sunday mornings.
Cleanings at Sunny Smiles are done by our hygiene team and paired with a comprehensive exam when you are new to us, so nothing is missed. If your gums need more than a routine cleaning, we will explain the difference and what a deep cleaning involves before anything is scheduled.
Who it may be appropriate for
- Anyone who has not had a cleaning in the last six months
- New patients who want a full picture of their oral health
- People who have been putting it off for a while. That is common, and it changes nothing about how you will be treated
- Families who want to book several cleanings together
A guide, not a diagnosis. Only an exam can confirm what is right for you.
What it gives you.
01
Plaque and tartar removed
Including the areas a toothbrush and floss cannot reach.
02
Problems caught early
Cavities, gum changes and wear are found while they are still small and simple.
03
Guidance that fits you
Oral hygiene instruction, nutritional counseling and honest advice, not a lecture.
04
A clear plan
You leave knowing exactly what, if anything, comes next.
What to expect
The visit, start to finish.
- 01
A look and a conversation
Your hygienist checks your teeth and gums and asks what has been bothering you, if anything.
- 02
The cleaning
Plaque and tartar are removed with fine instruments, then your teeth are polished. Most cleanings take under an hour.
- 03
X-rays and exam when due
Bitewing or panoramic images and a comprehensive exam with the dentist, on a schedule that suits your history.
- 04
What comes next
Hygiene coaching for home, and your next visit booked before you leave.
Opening Monday, November 16
Sunny Smiles Dentistry opens on Monday, November 16. Request an appointment now and the team will confirm your time from opening day onward.
Insurance
Sunny Smiles accepts state insurance. Call to verify your plan for this treatment.
Insurance and paymentQuestions
Frequently asked.
For most people, every six months. Your hygienist may recommend a different interval based on your gums and history, and will explain why.
Monday to Saturday: 8 AM to 6 PM
Sunday: 10 AM to 1 PM
Opening Monday, November 16
Serving Blaine and the surrounding area.
Ready when you are.
Request a time online, or call and talk to a person.