Dental Hygienist Appointment

You do not need a referral for a dental hygiene appointment. It is important to see a dental hygienist regularly to maintain good dental hygiene and prevent gum disease.

Before your dental hygiene appointment, it is recommended to brush your teeth thoroughly to remove any food particles or bacteria, ensuring more effective plaque removal. Bringing along the oral care products you use at home to show the dental hygienist can be beneficial, although it is not essential.

Once you are comfortably seated in the dental chair, the dental hygienist will ask about your daily oral care routine. The chair will recline, allowing the dental hygienist to conduct a full assessment of your gums, which is recorded by the dental nurse. They will discuss their findings with you, offering advice on how to maintain excellent oral hygiene and ensure your teeth and gums remain healthy.

The dental hygienist will clean your teeth using a variety of tools. They may start with an ultrasonic scaler, which uses vibration and water to remove plaque and calculus. The water is aspirated from the mouth using a special machine. Following this, a fine-hand scale may be necessary using a hand scaler without water. The dental hygienist will complete the treatment with a polish using a dental handpiece, similar to an electric toothbrush, and dental polishing paste to remove stains and leave you with a polished smile.

After your hygiene treatment, you will receive bespoke oral hygiene instructions to help keep your teeth and gums healthy.

Teeth may feel different after a deep cleaning due to the removal of plaque, but this improves overall comfort and contributes to a healthier smile in the long term.

Your dental hygienist may recommend seeing you again in a few weeks or months to assess your progress with your new cleaning routine and ensure you maintain good oral health.