Meta Information
ID:regular-dental-cleanings
Name:Regular Dental Cleanings
Schema Version:1.5
Alternate Names
- Prophylaxis
- Oral Hygiene Visits
- Professional Teeth Cleaning
Active Compound
null
Intervention Type
lifestyle_practice
Delivery
Route:
none
Scope:
- systemic
Regulatory Status
- us:medical_service
- eu:medical_service
Indication
Focus:
healthspan
Description:
Prevents periodontal disease and systemic inflammation, contributing to overall healthspan.
Typical Protocol
- Professional dental cleanings are typically recommended every six months.
- Individuals with specific periodontal conditions may require more frequent visits, often every three to four months.
Expected Cost Mean
Low Cost:
100
High Cost:
250
Cost Type:
procedure
Description:
Cost per visit, often partially covered by dental insurance.
Summary
Regular dental cleanings remove plaque and tartar buildup, preventing gingivitis and periodontitis. This oral hygiene practice reduces chronic inflammation, a key driver of aging, and mitigates the risk of systemic diseases linked to oral health, such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes, thereby supporting overall healthspan.
Purpose
Maintains oral health, reduces systemic inflammation, and lowers chronic disease risk.
Card Summary
Essential for preventing oral disease, reducing systemic inflammation, and supporting long-term healthspan.
Drug Class
null
Drugs In Class
Empty Array
Impact
Score:
7.5
Justification:
Robustly prevents oral disease, reduces systemic inflammation, supports cardiovascular health.
Evidence
Grade:
A
Score:
9
Justification:
Extensive human observational data and intervention studies link oral health to systemic health.
Safety
Score:
1.5
Justification:
Routine procedure with very low risk of adverse events.
Flags
- Individuals with certain heart conditions may require antibiotic pre-medication.
- Minor gum sensitivity or bleeding can occur post-cleaning.
Verdict
Foundational practice for oral and systemic healthspan.