Dental prophylaxis (preventive dental treatment)

Dental prophylaxis is the dental hygiene procedure whose objective is to clean the dental surfaces, removing dental tartar or calcified plaque that is adhered and accumulated in those areas of the teeth that are not accessible with brushing or dental floss.
Dental prophylaxis is carried out to prevent later problems, therefore, it must be done at least twice a year to maintain healthy gums and teeth, but above all to guarantee good oral health.