dental hygienist

Keeping your smile for life

A smile for life is possible when you regularly visit a dental hygienist. Dental hygienists are a valuable member of the dental team, they are specially trained to clean and maintain your teeth both through their skill in surgery but also by teaching you how to correctly clean your teeth and gums at home.

What can a dental hygienist do for you?

  • Help you keep your teeth for life - with care on your part, this is achievable.
  • Help to keep your teeth meticulously clean.
  • Advise you on your personal oral hygiene needs.

Preventive care is an essential feature of our practice, helping to prevent dental problems occurring means less treatment and cost for our patients.

Gum Disease

The main cause of gum disease is poor oral hygiene, when techniques used for brushing are not carried out effectively. Poor hygiene allows plaque to build up along the gum line, it sticks to the tooth surface and can inflame the gums, a condition called gingivitis.

Blood on the toothbrush or dental floss is one of the earliest signs of gingivitis. If you have any concerns please ask to see our hygienist.

A life long smile by preventing gum disease!