If you have gum disease, Dr. Ali Maddahi may recommend prophylaxis to help reduce the disease and improve your oral health. Prophylaxis is a type of deep dental cleaning designed to thoroughly clear your mouth of harmful bacteria, plaque and tartar. For more information about how prophylaxis in Framingham, Massachusetts, can help you and to set up an appointment with our dentists, call Orris Dental at 508-270-6770.