Dental Cleanings & Checkups in Grande Prairie, AB

When you drink and eat, an invisible layer of plaque forms on your teeth. This plaque will harden into tartar when left untreated, which is nearly impossible to remove with a toothbrush and toothpaste at home. The longer the tartar can remain in the mouth, the more likely it is to cause various oral health problems such as gum disease and tooth decay. In its early stages, gum disease does not show many signs and is relatively painless. Due to this, many patients leave it untreated until it progresses. When detected in its early stages, gum disease can be reversed; however, it can no longer be completely reversed when it progresses and can lead to long-term oral health issues. When you regularly visit Gateway Dentistry Group for professional dental cleanings and checkups in Grande Prairie, AB, our dentist can detect and treat gum disease while it is still in its early stages.