Hygienist

The importance of regular dental hygiene

Dental Hygienists are professional clinicians who are an important part of the dental team. They work alongside dentists helping you to maintain a healthy mouth and smile.

They can teach you how to look after your teeth and gums, with a bespoke oral hygiene regime specific to your needs.

Diet, general health, and of course smoking, all impact on your oral health, something which your hygienist can help you with. They can also help you prevent tooth decay, erosion and some types of sensitivity, halitosis and bleeding gums.

In adults the major cause of tooth loss
is gum disease not tooth decay.

Gum disease begins when the bacteria that thrive in the plaque on your teeth are not removed .The harmful chemicals they produce irritate the gums and cause them to become swollen and bleed. People are often unaware that something is wrong, as there are few symptoms, however, if left untreated teeth will eventually become loose.

Therefore regular professional removal of the plaque and tartar by your hygienist is an essential investment in helping you to maintain healthy gums and support for your teeth.