Dr. Terri M. Nguyen
Dr. Tiffany H. Nguyen
Dr. Laura T. Huynh
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May
7 Reasons to Have Your Teeth Professionally Cleaned
Dental cleanings don’t replace home oral care, but they are essential to oral health. Brushing and flossing alone won’t keep you safe from cavities. Professional teeth cleanings from West Portal Family Dentistry in San Francisco, California, rid your mouth of plaque and tartar buildup—a major cause of decay and gum disease. If your goal is to have strong, healthy teeth for life, you’ll make dental cleanings a part of your oral care routine.
Here are seven great reasons to have your teeth professionally cleaned:
1. Gives Your Mouth a Thorough Clean
Even a great home oral care routine is no match for a professional dental cleaning. That’s because Dr. Tiffany H. Nguyen and our team have special tools to clean your teeth, giving us access to all the areas your toothbrush misses. A comprehensive dental cleaning will eliminate plaque, tartar, and surface stains from your teeth, leaving your smile spotlessly clean. A thorough cleaning every six months will keep your smile stronger and healthier over the years.
2. Less Risk of Decay and Gum Disease
Plaque is a bacterial film that eats away at the enamel of your teeth, causing cavities. Plaque that gathers under your gumline puts you at risk of gum disease, a gum infection that destroys the bone structure of your teeth. Dental cleanings reduce your risk of decay and gum disease by keeping plaque under control.
3. Helps You Keep Your Teeth
Professional teeth cleanings are a major defense against premature tooth loss. Routine cleanings protect your teeth from serious oral health issues that can lead to losing permanent teeth. Regularly visiting your San Francisco dentist for routine care can help preserve your smile for life!
4. Early Detection of Oral Issues
Most dental problems start small and develop over time. When you schedule routine cleanings, Dr. Nguyen will check your teeth for early warning signs of dental issues. Dental cleanings give us a chance to catch and treat problems quickly to prevent them from developing into major issues later on. Investing in dental cleanings today can deter serious oral health problems in the future.
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5. Saves Money on Future Dental Bills
Most dental plans cover routine dental cleanings. Even without dental insurance, professional teeth cleanings are affordable enough to make them worthwhile. Dental cleanings can help you avoid the cost of complex treatments later on.
6. Oral Cancer Screenings
Dr. Nguyen and our team offer oral cancer screenings as part of our routine checkups and cleanings. Detecting oral cancer early will enable prompt treatment, which can help you fully recover from this deadly disease.
7. The Confidence of a Beautiful Smile
Professional dental cleanings contribute to a brighter, stronger, healthier smile that you can share with others. The reward of routine dental care is often a confident, beautiful smile!
Experienced Teeth Cleaning Dentist Near Me
Are you overdue for a dental cleaning? Contact Dr. Tiffany H. Nguyen from West Portal Family Dentistry in San Francisco, CA, at (415) 604-9292 today!
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A graduate from UC San Francisco with a Doctor of Dental Science degree, Dr. Terri M. Nguyen has over 20 years of expertise in the field of dental practice. She is known for her caring and passionate nature towards her patients whilst having a wealth of knowledge and technical skill.
Dr. Nguyen continues to update herself with newer and tested treatment methods and technology to ensure that she is capable of delivering the best possible service to her clients. Her areas of specialty include root canal therapy, implant dentistry and cosmetic treatment. She is also a prestigious member of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry.
Dr. Tiffany H. Nguyen grew up in Santa Clara. She studied dentistry at the University of the Pacific in San Francisco, with over 6 years of expertise in the field of dental practice. She is a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) and American Academy of Clear Aligners (AACA).
As a Bay Area native, Dr. Tiffany Nguyen is excited to settle in the West Portal neighborhood and serve her community.
Dr. Laura T. Huynh dedicates herself to providing the highest level of dental care to patients of all ages. While she has over 15 years of experience in all areas of general practice, she especially enjoys pediatric dentistry and cosmetic dentistry for adults.
A UC Irvine graduate, Dr. Huynh obtained her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the Arthur Dugoni Dental School at University of Pacific. She stays on top of the latest trends and technologies in dentistry by following continuing education courses annually. She is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and San Francisco Dental Society.