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Hygiene Dentistry
One of the best ways to keep your teeth healthy and avoid complex dental care is with regular hygiene appointments. An appointment with our dental hygienist involves:
- Checking your gums, focusing on plaque and dental calculus (hardened plaque or tartar), and removing surface staining.
- A further check for gingivitis or gum disease, plus screening for other diseases such as oral cancer.
- A thorough clean from our gentle and attentive dental hygienists.
- We also discuss the most effective brushing and oral care routine for your teeth.
- For regular visits (3, 6 or 12-month routine cleans), the appointment is also combined with a dental exam, which includes a complete check-up of your teeth (and any restorations). This is important for identifying and discussing any concerns before they evolve into major treatment. X-rays may be required at this visit, but this will be discussed with you beforehand.