Dental Hygienist West London
We believe that visiting a dental hygienist is as important as visiting the dentist. A clean and healthy mouth reduces the need for fillings, the possibility of gum disease (gingivitis) and the need for potentially expensive restorative dentistry. This also allows for fresher breath and a gleaming smile. Recent research shows that gingivitis is linked to heart disease and is another reason why seeing our hygienist for regular visits will benefit your overall health.
What happens in your Dental Hygienist appointment?
The Dental Hygienist will:
- Check your medical history and ask if you have any dental problems.
- Discuss your oral health, for example the treatment and prevention of gum (periodontal) disease, receding gums, and tooth wear.
- Give oral hygiene advice, for example tooth brushing and flossing technique.
- Check the appearance of the gums, to see if there is any inflammation or bleeding.
- Remove any hard deposits (calculus) and stain by scaling your teeth.
- Polish your teeth.
Dental Hygienist West London FAQs
A Dental Hygienist is specially trained in the prevention and treatment of gum (periodontal) disease, which is the leading cause of adult tooth loss. They work closely alongside your dentist and can scale and polish your teeth. Your hygienist will be able to advise on all aspects of oral health. They can provide you with a home care plan and work with you to identify areas where you have difficulty removing plaque.
Your appointment with the hygienist can last anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour. Your hygienist is not only trained to clean and polish your teeth but will also be able to take x-rays and provide other treatments.