Archive for July 2026

Can Professional Dental Cleanings Reverse Gingivitis For Patients in Broadview Heights, OH? Understanding the First Stage of Gum Disease

added on: July 24, 2026
Asian dentist and assistant performs oral care procedure for a female patient

If you’ve recently been told you have gingivitis, the good news is that this early stage of gum disease is often reversible with professional dental cleanings, good oral hygiene habits, and consistent preventive dental care. At Heather J. Petroff, DDS, we help patients throughout Broadview Heights, OH understand how plaque… Read More…

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Plaque vs Tartar in Broadview Heights: Why Professional Dental Cleanings Are Essential for Long-Term Oral Health

added on: July 10, 2026
Dentist removing dental calculus from the patient in the dental office.

Although plaque and tartar are closely related, they’re not the same thing—and understanding the difference is an important part of protecting your smile. At Heather J. Petroff, DDS, we help patients throughout Broadview Heights, OH learn how plaque develops, why it hardens into tartar, and why a professional dental cleaning,… Read More…