What is Professional Teeth Cleaning?

It is necessary to have a professional teeth cleaning every six months to prevent plaque and tartar buildup and to identify any oral health issues before they develop into problems.

What Happens During a Teeth Cleaning?

During a professional teeth cleaning, a small mirror and a tool are used to remove plaque and tartar, usually around the gum line and between the teeth. The dentist checks for signs of inflammation around the gums or teeth, and at the end of the procedure, a thorough cleaning is done, often with flossing to encourage proper oral hygiene habits.

What is a Teeth and Gum Examination?

A teeth and gum examination checks for cavities and gum disease. X-rays may be taken to identify small cavities not visible to the naked eye. The dentist will also evaluate the risk of other oral health problems and suggest preventive or corrective measures.

What is Polishing and Flossing?

During a professional cleaning, the dentist will polish and floss your teeth to ensure you start your next six-month visit with clean teeth. This is both a habit-building practice and a demonstration of proper cleaning technique.

Scaling is the process of removing plaque and tartar from the teeth and gum line. This is crucial because if left untreated, it can lead to cavities and other dental issues.

What Happens During Professional Brushing?

Professional brushing at the dentist’s office ensures thorough cleaning and polishing of your teeth, setting you up for proper home hygiene habits.

Why is Flossing Important?

Flossing is important as it removes debris trapped between teeth that is difficult to remove with brushing alone, contributing to better dental hygiene.

Why are Routine Dental Cleanings Important?

Routine cleanings are crucial because most patients lack the skills or knowledge to remove plaque and tartar from all tooth surfaces and the gum line effectively.

Patient Testimonials and Reviews

Implant Patient

I’m a patient of Dr. Michael Ammons and I’ve been with him for a year and a half and I really think he is a wonderful dentist.

He is modern, he has modern technology, he knows a lot about implants, which I have. I have a bad case of the implants with infections and really just gave me good advise and has been there for me whenever I needed him. He is really a really excellent dentist and I appreciate him.

Happy Patient

Yes, about Dr. Ammons Dental by Design, Dr. Ammons was great, very concise, very clear,

involved me in my dental plan. It was an awesome experience. Donna was very helpful, very nice, great personality and Lola; great lady, very helpful. Can’t say enough good things about them. Thank you.

Robert Menglie

Yes, this is Robert Menglie and I just wanted to say that overall, I’m impressed with Dr.

Ammons and the entire staff, John, the dental hygienist. He is very though and very serious about what he does and overall, he did a good job.

Grateful Patient

Ammons Dental. I had some problems with some front teeth and they fixed it for me and I’m really happy with the results

that I had. Before, I’d go around, and when I talked, I would be afraid to open up my mouth all the way because people could see my crooked teeth, but they fixed it and I am really happy with the product. Thank you.

John Murphy

Great experience here. Been here for about a year and a half or something. My name is John Murphy. They do a terrific job

in here and I’m very very pleased with their performance and trust what they do for me. Thank you.

Happy Patient

I came in today as a new patient and was surprisingly cared for. Everyone was very

patient with me, as somebody who has a fear of the dentist and they took me through everything so I knew exactly what’s going on and they put together an awesome treatment plan. I would recommend to anybody.

Happy Patient

Hi, I’ve been coming to Dr. Ammons since he opened. He’s an excellent dentist, has a clean

office with modern equipment. It’s a great place to visit and I’d recommend him to anyone.

Happy Patient

I would definitely highly recommend Dr. Ammons Dental By Design. Very courteous and professional staff and the office is

very clean and they have the best in equipment. Every time I’ve been at Dr. Ammons, it’s just been a great experience. They say when they answer the phone “It’s a great experience at Dr. Ammons’ and it really has been. I would definitely recommend it for someone getting small work done or extensive dental work done. Thank you.

Happy Patient

Yes, today was my first day at Dr. Michael Ammons office. I was coming in as a new patient to have a dental cleaning

done and to be examined by the doctor. The process was so seamless. I was very amazed and impressed at how easily it flowed. I had the pleasure of seeing a wonderful young lady named Donna, who took some nice x-rays on me and the doctor came and evaluated me. Then I went and saw the dental hygienist, whose name is John. I could only speak wonders about this. This hygienist is amazing. I’ve had my teeth cleaned for 52 years and by far this is the best dental cleaning I’ve ever received in my life. Completely painless and completely comfortable. Did not even realize a dental cleaning could be so thorough. I also found out that John actually comes from Columbia. He does not even live in Summerville. Dr. Ammons has made a great great effort to bringing the best his patients can actually receive and it shows from the care you do receive in his office.

Happy Patient

I love coming to Ammons Dental By Design. The staff is always so friendly and helpful and they

make coming to the dentists office fun again.

Happy Patient

Hi there. Very pleased with my care at Dr. Ammons. He has a modern facility with friendly

people and happy faces and it’s always a pleasing experience.

Happy Patient

Hi, I’m a patient of Dr. Ammons and I just love Dr. Ammons and his gang. I think they do an awesome job and they’re so

and so tender and care what they do and how they do it. I just thank G-d that I was able to find this office and that Dr. Ammons is my dentist.

Happy Patient

I would just like to say that people here are very nice and very courteous. They do a very good job and they’re very quick;

they don’t waste my time. They are just really friendly.

Happy Patient

Hi, I am one of Dr. Ammons’ patients, and they have a wonderful dental operation there. He

and his staff are all very kind and considerate and it’s such a pleasure to go to visit with them. They’re my number 1 on the list. What else can I say, except thank you. Bye.

Donald Hawkins

This is Donald Hawkins. I just want to give a little testimonial of Dr. Ammons’ practice. He is

a dentist and works on all kinds of dental needs. My first visit there was no charge, as I’m sure he’s very reasonable, among other things. I think that if you were to need a dentist and come to him, you’ll be treated so kindly and very nicely. And his help, they take the very best of care of the patients.

Beverly Dixon

This is Beverly Dixon. Dr. Michael Ammons is just a great dentist. He does all kinds of different procedures; he’s fixed my

implant that broke and he’s fixing it to my bridge and it’s been hard to get anybody to repair my old implant so I am very appreciative to him. He is a real nice, pleasant doctor and I like him a lot.

Warren Dragin

Good Morning. This is Warren Dragon. I found the people are very friendly, very anxious to please I’ve enjoyed the service

very much. Would not hesitate to recommend to come over. It was a good experience. Thank you.

Happy Patient

Hello, I’m calling about Dr. Ammons’ office in Summerville. He is wonderful, I love him and I

recommend him. Thank you.

Happy Patient

I’d like to comment on my treatment today by Ammons Dental by Design. I was very satisfied

with the initial arrival, even though I was late, they were very accommodating and my assessment and cleaning were very thorough and very informative and they were very nice and accommodating.

Happy Patient

I just wanted to share my testimonial regarding Dental Designs by Dr. Ammons. It was a very nice experience. Both

the dental hygienist and the dentist that came in to see me, they were very thorough, attentive to my needs and they explained everything very well. Clean office, nice music, and a friendly staff. I would recommend it to anyone. Thanks

Greg Cox,

5 Implants, Bone & Gum Surgery, Sedation

I just wanted to share my testimonial regarding Dental Designs by Dr. Ammons. It was a very nice experience. Both

Marcia Garenger, Rick Garenger & Catherine Cologne

We are so glad we are patients at Dr. Ammons dental group. Their staff is exceptional. Dr.

Ammons is a professional and his newest doctor, Dr. G is so kind and so wonderful in knowing what we need and doing it and we just love them as family does. We are appreciative of them and can’t recommend them enough to all of our friends and family and even church group. Thank you very much.

Mary Hunt

Implant Patient

Hi, my name is Mary Hunt and I’m calling to comment on Dr. Ammons’ office, Dental by

Design. The best care ever. I have nothing but a wonderful experience. He did implants and he is a perfectionist. And the staff and everyone was very very caring, treated me like I was family, and by follow ups, they’re always on time, perfect and take just very very good care of me.

Susan Herb

Dental Bridge Patient

Hi, this is Susan Herb and I’ve been coming to Dr. Ammons since last year and they have built me a bridge and it stays

in so well, that I just adore it and it’s so easy to use. The way they treat you here is just like you’re family. And as a matter of fact, now my husband’s coming to them and he’s getting full dentures and implants. I think I’ve got somebody else in my family talked to come here too, because the more I say about them, the better people are amazed at how happy we are coming here. I just wanted you to know that the main thing, that they just treated us so well and explained everything to us. Thank you.

Debbie Hasting,

Cleaning

Hi, this is Debbie Hasting and I just had a wonderful experience getting my teeth cleaned. Actually, it’s something I

look forward to, coming to Dr. Ammons every 6 months to get my teeth cleaned. John does a wonderful job and I would highly recommend him to anybody, but anyway, I feel much better and like I have a new mouth. Have a great day! Bye.

Nolan,

Root Canal Patient

My son Nolan came in for a root canal and everyone here is so friendly and it was a very

pleasant experience and he doesn’t like the dentist and I think he is at ease in this office so I appreciate them very much. Thank you.

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Patient Testimonials and Reviews

Implant Patient

Happy Patient

Robert Menglie

Grateful Patient

John Murphy

Happy Patient

Happy Patient

Happy Patient

Happy Patient

Happy Patient

Happy Patient

Happy Patient

Happy Patient

Happy Patient

Donald Hawkins

Beverly Dixon

Warren Dragin

Happy Patient

Happy Patient

Happy Patient

Greg Cox,

5 Implants, Bone & Gum Surgery, Sedation

Marcia Garenger, Rick Garenger & Catherine Cologne

Mary Hunt

Implant Patient

Susan Herb

Dental Bridge Patient

Debbie Hasting,

Cleaning

Nolan,

Root Canal Patient

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