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A dental exam and cleaning is a routine visit that keeps your smile healthy. Your dentist checks your teeth, gums, and bite for early signs of trouble, and a hygienist removes the plaque and tartar your toothbrush can't reach. Most people benefit from a visit every six months.
A routine visit has two parts. During the exam, we carefully check your teeth, gums, and bite, looking for cavities, gum disease, and other concerns while they're small and easy to treat. During the cleaning, we remove plaque and hardened tartar, then polish your teeth so your smile feels fresh and smooth.
These visits are the simplest, most effective way to protect your oral health. Seeing us regularly means fewer surprises, fewer big treatments, and a healthier smile for life.
We welcome the whole family, with patients ages three and up, so you can care for your smile and your kids' smiles in one friendly office in the Loop.
Just about everyone. Regular exams and cleanings are recommended for:
Note: Most people do well with a visit every six months. After your exam, we'll recommend the right schedule for you.
Book sooner rather than later if you notice:
Bleeding, red, or swollen gums
Persistent bad breath or a bad taste
Tooth sensitivity or pain
Visible tartar buildup or staining
It's been more than six months since your last visit
Our practice is on the 18th floor at 8 S Michigan Ave, steps from Millennium Park and the heart of the Loop, which makes it easy to keep up with your checkups around work or downtown plans.
We welcome patients from across downtown Chicago, including the Loop, River North, South Loop, and West Loop, with convenient access by CTA, Metra at Millennium Station, and nearby parking.
Find cavities and gum issues while they're small and simple to treat.
Remove plaque and tartar that brushing and flossing can't.
Reduce the bleeding and inflammation that lead to gum disease.
Clear away buildup and surface stains.
Prevention is easier and more affordable than bigger treatments later.
Healthy gums are linked to better overall health.
Your visit is thorough, gentle, and easy. Here's what usually happens.
Comfort note: Our comfort menu (noise-canceling headphones, Netflix, blankets, and more) is here to help you relax.
Good news: routine exams and cleanings are preventive care, and most dental insurance plans cover them, often fully. We're in-network with most major PPOs and will check your benefits so you know what to expect before your visit.
No insurance? Our in-house membership plan (from $499 a year) includes your routine exams and cleanings, plus added perks, making it an easy, affordable way to stay on top of your oral health. We also offer financing through CareCredit and Cherry for any treatment beyond routine care.
A routine cleaning (sometimes called a prophylaxis) is for healthy mouths or mild buildup, and removes plaque and tartar above the gumline. If we find signs of gum disease, a routine cleaning may not be enough.
In that case, we may recommend scaling and root planing, a deeper cleaning below the gumline that treats gum disease at its source. We'll only ever recommend it if you truly need it, and we'll explain exactly why. Good home care between visits is just as important to keep your gums healthy.
We believe checkups should be something you don't dread. Our team is gentle, thorough, and genuinely friendly, and we take time to explain what we see so you always understand your oral health. Modern digital tools keep your visit precise and comfortable.
As a woman-owned, family-friendly practice in the heart of the Loop, we make it easy and pleasant to keep your whole family's smiles healthy.
Founder & Lead Dentist, Dentistry at Millennium Park.
Last updated: June 2026
Meet Dr. RanganathanFor most people, every six months. Regular visits keep your teeth and gums healthy and catch small issues early. If you have gum disease or other concerns, we may recommend more frequent visits, and we'll set the right schedule for you.
Usually, yes. Routine exams and cleanings are preventive care, and most dental plans cover them, often fully. We're in-network with most major PPOs, and if you don't have insurance, our membership plan includes your routine visits.
A regular cleaning removes plaque and tartar above the gumline and is best for healthy mouths or mild buildup. A deep cleaning (scaling and root planing) goes below the gumline to treat gum disease, and we only recommend it if you need it.
For most people, no. Cleanings are usually comfortable. If your gums are inflamed you may feel mild sensitivity, and we'll keep you comfortable throughout and adjust as needed.
We check your teeth, gums, and bite, screen for cavities, gum disease, and other concerns, take digital X-rays only if needed, complete your cleaning, and share personalized recommendations for your smile.
At our office on the 18th floor of 8 S Michigan Ave, steps from Millennium Park and the Loop. We welcome the whole family from across downtown Chicago. Call or text (224) 249-5977 or book online.
Keeping your smile healthy starts with a regular exam and cleaning. Call or text us at (224) 249-5977 or book online, and we'll take great care of you and your family.
We are taking new patients in Chicago! We offer a wide range of dentistry services, including regular dental cleanings and check-ups, fillings and crowns.
