Why Oral Hygiene & Cleaning
Professional dental cleanings remove hardened plaque and tartar that brushing can’t reach, preventing cavities, gum disease, and bad breath. Regular hygiene appointments maintain optimal oral health, catch problems early, and keep your smile fresh, healthy, and confident long-term.
Why You Need This Service
Even excellent home care misses buildup in hard-to-reach areas. Professional cleanings prevent disease, detect issues early, and maintain the fresh, healthy smile that home brushing alone can’t achieve.
How It Works
Our Dental Hygiene Process
Why Choose Bristles Dental for Dental Cleanings?
Our experienced hygienists provide gentle, thorough cleanings in a calming environment, making preventive care feel like the self-care ritual it truly is.
What Sets Us Apart
✓ Highly Skilled Hygiene Team
Our registered dental hygienists have years of experience and advanced training in gentle scaling, perio care, and patient education. They’re thorough, skilled, and genuinely passionate about prevention.
✓ Gentle, Comfortable Techniques
We use modern ultrasonic scalers and hand instruments that remove buildup efficiently with minimal discomfort. Even patients with sensitive teeth find our cleanings surprisingly comfortable throughout.
✓ Personalized Prevention Plans
Every patient receives customized homecare recommendations based on their specific needs, challenges, and goals. We don’t do one-size-fits-all advice—your plan is uniquely yours.
✓ Comprehensive Oral Health Monitoring
Each cleaning includes careful examination for early signs of cavities, gum disease, oral cancer, and other concerns. Early detection means simpler, less costly treatments always.
have a question?
Common Inquiries
How long does a dental cleaning take?
Most cleanings take 45-60 minutes for thorough, unhurried care. Complex cases requiring deeper cleaning may take longer. We never rush your appointment at our Parksville clinic.
Are dental cleanings painful?
No. Most patients find cleanings comfortable. If you have sensitivity, let us know—we’ll adjust techniques and can apply numbing gel for your comfort throughout.
How much does a dental cleaning cost?
Most insurance plans cover cleanings twice yearly. We provide transparent pricing and work with insurance to maximize benefits. Cost varies by cleaning complexity and needs.
Do I really need cleanings every six months?
Yes, for most patients. Professional removal of buildup that home care misses prevents cavities and gum disease. Some patients need more frequent visits based on risk.
Can cleanings remove coffee stains?
Yes! Polishing removes surface stains from coffee, tea, and wine. For deeper staining, we offer professional whitening treatments that deliver dramatic results at Bristles Dental.
What if I haven't been to the dentist in years?
Welcome back! We never judge. You may need a deeper cleaning initially, but we’ll help you get back on track with gentle, comprehensive care progressively.
Do dental cleanings prevent cavities?
Absolutely. Regular cleanings remove bacteria and plaque that cause cavities. Combined with good homecare and fluoride treatments, cleanings are powerful prevention tools consistently.