You might think brushing and flossing every day is all you need to maintain a healthy smile, but problems can still develop and threaten your oral health. Regular cleanings and oral exams let our dental staff remove plaque and tartar buildup from your teeth and polish them to prevent problems like tooth decay and gum disease. These issues can still occur in patients with good oral hygiene. An exam, X-rays, and routine cleanings allow us to catch these issues in their early stages and take steps to resolve them before they grow into more significant and painful dental damage.