Blog: Professional Teeth Cleanings

Updated: August 28, 2026

Your Missoula, MT dental team at Nelson Dentistry is here to provide high-quality general and preventive dentistry for patients and their families.

While we want our patients never to feel oral pain or discomfort, there are times that this is the unfortunate case. Many times, we can treat the issue as soon as it begins, thus …

Maintaining your oral health is always an important agenda, but it's especially important when you can't schedule a dental cleaning or exam. 

It's easy to overlook our teeth and gums if they aren't causing pain or concern. This can quickly change into a dental emergency if a cavity or gum disease develops. 

While our patients aren't able to see Dr. …

Flossing is an essential part of your oral hygiene routine. It is often the activity that gets overlooked when we feel too tired or lazy to do it. However, it's essential because flossing your teeth removes the plaque and bacteria that builds up in between your teeth; and yes - you can actually get cavities in between your teeth. It …