Dental Hygiene Therapy

We firmly believe that prevention is better than cure and we actively promote oral hygiene.

Regular dental hygiene sessions are a sure-fire way to prevent oral diseases and give you smooth, shiny teeth and fresh, clean breath.

We have treatment options designed to break down discolouration and stains caused by smoking and drinking red wine, tea and coffee over a prolonged period of time.

Our dental hygiene therapy provides high-quality, professional care tailored to your individual oral health needs. Through a combination of thorough professional cleaning and personalised advice, we help you maintain healthy teeth and gums while supporting your long-term oral health.

What to Expect During Your Dental Hygiene Appointment

Every hygiene appointment is tailored to your individual needs and oral health. Your dental hygienist will assess your gums and discuss any concerns before carrying out professional cleaning to remove plaque, calculus and surface staining.

Your appointment may include:

Oral health assessment – checking your teeth and gums and discussing any areas of concern.
Professional cleaning – carefully removing plaque and calculus using appropriate techniques.
Stain removal – where appropriate, helping to remove surface staining and leave your smile feeling fresh and clean.
Personalised oral hygiene advice – guidance on brushing, interdental cleaning and the products best suited to your needs.
Gum health support – if signs of gum disease are present, your hygienist may recommend additional appointments or tailored care to help improve and maintain your gum health.
Ongoing maintenance – regular hygiene appointments can help you maintain good oral health and prevent problems from developing.

The length and frequency of your appointments will depend on your individual needs. Your hygienist will recommend a suitable care plan to help you maintain healthy teeth and gums between visits.

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Reasons why you might need a Dental Hygienist appointment

Gingivitis or bleeding gums

If your gums are red, swollen, tender or bleed when brushing or flossing, this may be a sign of gingivitis (early gum disease).

Professional cleaning and tailored oral hygiene advice can help improve gum health and prevent the condition from progressing.

A build-up of tartar (calculus)

Tartar is hardened plaque that cannot be removed effectively with brushing alone. If you have a noticeable build-up around your teeth, particularly near the gum line, a professional hygiene appointment can help safely remove it.

Periodontal (gum) disease

For patients with gum disease, regular hygiene appointments can form an important part of ongoing periodontal care. Your hygienist can provide professional cleaning and personalised advice to help manage the condition and maintain healthier gums.

Persistent bad breath

If you experience ongoing bad breath despite brushing regularly, plaque, bacteria and gum problems may be contributing factors. A professional clean can help remove areas of build-up and your hygienist can advise on improving your daily oral hygiene routine.

Staining on the teeth

Tea, coffee, red wine, smoking and certain foods can cause surface staining over time. Professional cleaning can help remove external stains and restore a cleaner, fresher appearance to your teeth.

Difficulty cleaning between your teeth

If you find flossing or cleaning between your teeth difficult, your hygienist can show you the most effective techniques and recommend suitable interdental brushes or other cleaning aids for your individual needs.

Frequent plaque build-up

Some patients naturally accumulate plaque more quickly, particularly around crowded teeth, bridges, crowns, orthodontic appliances or other hard-to-reach areas. Regular professional cleaning can help keep these areas under control.

To maintain good oral health

You don't need to have a specific problem to benefit from seeing the hygienist. Regular appointments can help maintain healthy teeth and gums, reinforce good home-care habits and support your overall oral health between dental examinations.