By regular teeth cleaning I assume you mean at the Dentist's office. The American Dental Association recommends "regular" visits for professional cleaning and dental check-ups. A professional cleaning can get into places that you might otherwise miss and remove plaque and tartar build up. Clean teeth are less prone to cavities because of a lower amount of bacteria.
A small but interesting Swedish study was conducted on the importance of oral hygiene in preventing dental caries. The researchers looked at a number of variables including frequency of teeth cleaning and dental visits. The results indicated that the best indicator in the preventation of tooth decay was regular brushing.
Source: http://www.ada.org/public/topics/cleaning.asp
Acta Odontologica Scandinavica 1991, Vol. 49, No. 2, Pages 97-102
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