{"id":21,"date":"2015-05-05T13:41:44","date_gmt":"2015-05-05T13:41:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.meridendentalgroup.com\/blog\/?p=21"},"modified":"2020-06-08T15:42:21","modified_gmt":"2020-06-08T15:42:21","slug":"dental-cleaning-meriden-ct","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.meridendentalgroup.com\/blog\/dental-cleaning-meriden-ct\/","title":{"rendered":"Regular Dental Cleaning: An Oil Change for Your Teeth?"},"content":{"rendered":"<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-22 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.meridendentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/ThinkstockPhotos-160783921-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Regular Dental Cleaning\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.meridendentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/ThinkstockPhotos-160783921-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.meridendentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/ThinkstockPhotos-160783921.jpg 507w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>You get your car\u2019s oil changed about every 3,000 miles, which includes a basic checkup to make sure your car is running in tip-top order: Your teeth deserve the same! Regular <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meridendentalgroup.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">dental cleanings<\/a> maintain the health of your teeth, gums, and jawbone, preventing the need for major dental procedures down the road. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meridendentalgroup.com\/our-team.html\">Meriden Dental Group<\/a> encourages twice-yearly dental cleaning for all residents of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meridendentalgroup.com\/contact-us.html\">Meriden, CT<\/a> and the surrounding areas, including Middletown, Southington, Cheshire, and Wallingford.\r\n\r\n<strong>What Happens at a Dental Cleaning in Meriden CT<\/strong>\r\n\r\nAt each cleaning, our top-notch dentists and dental technicians deep clean your teeth and then gently remove tartar and minor stains. Keeping the surface of your teeth smooth and clean reduces the buildup of further plaque and bacteria. Then, we inspect and clean your gums, which helps prevent periodontal disease. Just as your car runs more efficiently and needs fewer major repairs with regular oil changes, you\u2019ll notice a difference in your oral health after every cleaning &#8211; and you won\u2019t need as many major dental procedures.\r\n\r\nWe also know you have a jam-packed schedule, which is why Meriden Dental Group offers Saturday appointments to better suit your family\u2019s needs. That way, you won\u2019t need to miss work or school in order to keep up with your dental health!\r\n\r\n<strong>The Meriden Smiles Club: Dental Health For Less<\/strong>\r\n\r\nFor patients without insurance, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meridendentalgroup.com\/assets\/docs\/meriden-smiles-club.pdf\">Meriden Smiles Club<\/a> gives you access to quality dental care at a great low price. Starting as low as $299 per year, membership includes two cleanings per year, plus fluoride, exams, and x-rays. The Meriden Smiles Club also offers you great discounts on procedures such as fillings, dentures, root canals, Invisalign, and teeth whitening. It\u2019s a great way to keep your mouth healthy without breaking the bank.\r\n\r\n<strong>Contact Us Today for a Dental Cleaning Appointment<\/strong>\r\n\r\nOur friendly staff is happy to help you schedule an appointment for a dental cleaning and check-up, or to give you more information on our Meriden Smiles Club. Contact us to learn more about dental care for residents of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meridendentalgroup.com\/contact-us.html\">Meriden<\/a>, Southington, Cheshire, Wallingford, Middletown, and beyond. We look forward to hearing from you!","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"You get your car\u2019s oil changed about every 3,000 miles, which includes a basic checkup to make sure your car is running in tip-top order: Your teeth deserve the same! 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