Comprehensive Oral Examinations

Even if you maintain good oral hygiene in your daily routine, regular in-office exams at Southwest Dental Group are necessary for preventing disease and mitigating problems early. Your doctors in Orland Park, ILwill examine your mouth to make sure your teeth and gums are in optimal condition. Comprehensive oral exams can help prevent problems, before they become emergencies.

Dental Cleanings

In-office cleanings in Orland Park, IL are a necessary part of maintaining good oral hygiene. When plaque hardens into tartar, or calculus, it can no longer be removed with daily brushing at home. During a professional cleaning, your dental hygienist will remove plaque and tartar from your teeth in Orland Park, IL, especially in areas that are difficult to reach with a toothbrush. The cleaning process takes between 30 minutes and an hour. It will be performed during your regular oral exam. It is recommended that you receive a professional oral cleaning every six months at Southwest Dental Group in order to remove plaque build-up and prevent infection.