A visit to the Hygienist is not about a “scrape and polish”. A typical visit to the hygienist will involve:

• 1. A detailed examination of your gums and a detailed recording of your gum condition
• 2. Show you with the help of a mouth camera any problem areas in your mouth
• 3. Detailed instructions and demonstrations to help you with areas you miss when you clean your teeth
• 4. Sealants for teeth at risk of decay- Makes fillings much less likely
• 5. Give you dietary advice to help keep your teeth cavity free
• 6. Remove any tartar build-up that can lead to gum disease and cavities

As a bonus, the hygienist will gently remove any superficial stains to give you a sparkly smile! With all the recent research confirming a link between heart disease and gum disease, a good hygienist will do much more for you than merely keep your teeth and gums healthy.

A visit to the Hygienist is an investment in your dental health. A hygiene visit also maximise any investment (any filling, crown, veneer, sealant or implant) you have made in your teeth in the past.