Hygiene

Dental Hygiene

It doesn’t matter how well you brush your teeth, there are some areas that your toothbrush simply cannot reach. You should usually make an appointment to see your hygienist every 3 to 6 months.

Scaling

This is the removal of plaque and calculus from the teeth and gums.
This can be completed using an ultrasonic scaler, and hand scaling instruments.
The main purpose of scaling is to disrupt the bacterial biofilm that develops on teeth and underneath the gums.

Polishing

This usually refers to the process of stain removal.
It is not normally considered therapeutic, i.e. an active treatment of disease.
Polishing does have a large amount of cosmetic value in the removal of unwanted marks on the teeth and around dental work such as fillings and crowns.
Polishing can be done using a small rubber polishing cup (attached to a special handpiece) and polishing paste.

Air-flow -Stain removal

The state-of-the-art technology of the AirFlow stain removal procedure uses compressed air, sodium bicarbonate or glycine powder, and a gentle pressurised jet stream of water, which effectively removes the stains and plaque from the surface of the teeth. AirFlow dental hygiene procedure successfully removes plaque and stains present above and below the gumline, offering complete prophylaxis. The AirFlow stain removal at our clinic effectively removes the stains from the teeth’s surface caused by tobacco, caffeine, alcohol, etc. This treatment reveals a brighter and fresh smile right after the procedure, and the difference can be seen immediately.

Come and see us, we can help with:

Pain Free Dental Hygiene
30 Minute Session
Get Fresh Breath
Remove Those Nasty Stains
Keep Your Own Teeth For Longer
The Most Gentle Hygienist

OUR PHILOSOPHY THE NEW AND MODERN WAY

  • Diagnose: We have a detailed look at the conditions of your mouth at this current moment time, and then we formulate a bespoke plan to achieve our treatment goals.
  • Disclose: We get you to use a special mouthwash that stains plaque on your teeth, making it easy for you to see the areas you are missing.
  • Teach + Motivate: We then teach and motivate you on how to get the best results from your cleaning at home
  • Airflow: Pain-Free Plaque + Stain Removal: Removes plaque and staining from teeth and gums in the most gentle way, giving you an incredibly fresh and clean feeling
  • Perioflow: Removes plaque from underneath the gum leaving a supremely clean tooth.
  • Recall: Healthy Patient = Happy Patient Schedule a recall visit according to what our hygienist recommends so we can work to achieve our treatment goals

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Monday9:00am – 6:00pm
Tuesday9:00am – 6:00pm
Wednesday9:00am – 6.00pm
Thursday9:00am – 6.00pm
FridayBy Appointment
SaturdayBy Appointment
SundayCLOSED

Frequently Asked Questions

Having regular 6 monthly hygiene visits can ensure that your teeth last longer, look better and feel better.

It has also been shown that your life expectancy can increase with better oral hygiene, by reducing the chances of heart disease.

Simply call our friendly and helpful reception team to assist you in booking a hygiene visit.

If you would prefer to come to see us for a friendly chat and a look around the practice please let us know and we will be happy to arrange this for you.

Hygiene treatment will be performed by our caring hygienist.

We will thoroughly and gently clean your teeth, which will involve removing the soft plaque and hard calculus (also known as tartar).

We can also remove the stains that you have picked up from your daily lifestyles such as tea, coffee, red wine and smoking.

In addition, we will also show you how to maintain good oral hygiene specific to your mouth to prevent the build-up of the plaque giving you a personalized daily regime.

We have highly trained and experienced hygienists in treating patients who have gum disease.

There may be several signs that you may have gum disease, which include:

  • Bad breath
  • Bleeding gums
  • Swollen and puffy gums
  • An unpleasant taste
  • Loose teeth
  • Drifting of teeth

Some people may have no signs of the disease at all even though they have active gum disease!

Most people who have gum disease are often unaware of it for several years, as, like cancer, it goes unnoticed until the very late stages of its progression.

In its early stages, it is rarely painful and often symptomless.

It is caused by the accumulation of plaque, which is built up on the teeth over time by improper cleaning. Plaque is essentially a localized collection of bacteria, which attack the teeth and gums. The body will quickly respond to the invading bacteria by producing a defense mechanism that will destroy not only the bacteria but also your gums and bone that supports your teeth. If left untreated, the end result is tooth loss.

Benefits of hygiene therapies

Seeing your hygiene team will benefit you in a number of ways. It will ensure your teeth and gum health is at an optimum, with the best home care regime, that will suit your lifestyle.

The main benefits include:

  • Your Teeth Will Last Longer
  • Your Breath will be Fresher
  • Your teeth will look whiter as they will be less stained
  • Your gums will bleed less
  • Loose teeth that can become less mobile
  • You will be able to enjoy chewing food more comfortably

Dental hygiene is crucial to long-term oral health and wellness. Keep your teeth clean and healthy. Call 0208 505 4466.