The Dental Hygienist’s role is to:

• Evaluate and assess your gums, supporting structures and your teeth.
• Review your medical history and x-ray results.
• Perform oral screening for abnormal lesions, including head and neck examination.
• Perform scaling and polishing of teeth.
• Guide you through individualised treatment and follow up to ensure your teeth and gums stay in great shape between appointments.
• Offer dietary advice, particularly pertaining to dental disease.
• Application of preventive agents to teeth and gums (e.g. fluorides) to prevent decay and gum disease.

How we keep your teeth and gums in great shape:

• Thorough cleaning to remove built-up plaque and tartar.
  
• Polishing to smooth the surface of your tooth.
  
• Gum health checks to catch early signs of disease or recession
  
• Personalised brushing and flossing advice so you can keep your teeth and gums in tip-top health between visits.
  

What you need to know:

• We use gentle motorised tools to clean and polish your teeth.
  
• A soft buffer is used at the end of your appointment, leaving your teeth smooth and shiny!
  
• Hygiene appointments are generally pain-free and there isn’t any need for anaesthetic. If you do have sensitive teeth, we can use numbing gel to keep things comfortable for you.
  
• Your hygienist will talk you through any problem areas and how to maintain gum health between visits.
  

Why hygiene appointments matter:

• Regular hygiene treatments prevent tartar build up, gum disease and tooth loss.
  
• They help reduce gum inflammation and bleeding.
  
• They will help you maintain a bright, clean smile!