Bespoke treatment and care from our expert hygienists to improve your oral health and keep you smiling – book your hygiene appointment today!
Why have hygiene treatment?
Keep your teeth, gums and mouth as healthy as possible
Achieve strong teeth and fresher breath
Spot signs of gum disease and decay before they worsen
Receive tailored tips and advice for oral hygiene at home
A professional deep clean can brighten your smile
Why is dental hygiene treatment important?
Maintaining good levels of dental hygiene is essential for keeping your teeth and gums healthy, strong and free from gum disease and decay. While your brushing and flossing routine at home can remove most of the plaque and bacteria from your teeth, combining this with regular visits to the hygienist is the best way to protect your healthy smile.
Your dental hygienist is best placed to look after your gum health, preventing gum disease and tooth decay. During a professional deep clean and polish, we remove plaque and tartar build-ups from all areas of your mouth, giving a brighter, fresher and healthier finish. Dental hygiene appointments also focus on education, giving you tailored diet, brushing and lifestyle advice to help you look after your oral health at home.
Treatment steps for your healthy smile
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Consultation
We begin your dental hygiene appointment by finding out a little about you and your overall oral and general health. We ask you about your brushing and flossing routine at home and if you feel there are any areas of concern we should know about.
A deep clean
The bulk of your hygiene appointment is a deep professional clean of your teeth. We remove build ups of stubborn plaque and tartar from between your teeth and the hard-to-reach areas of your mouth. We then polish your teeth, leaving them looking and feeling smoother, cleaner and brighter.
Tailored advice
To finish, we give you some bespoke tips and advice on the best ways to help keep your teeth plaque-free and avoid gum disease and decay. We can also show you how to use interdental brushes or floss correctly so you can maintain excellent oral health at home.
Hygiene treatment at Kent House Dental Clinic
There are so many reasons to choose Kent House Dental Clinic for your dental hygiene treatment:
- Highly skilled, experienced and knowledgeable expert hygienists
- Calm, gentle and patient-focused approach
- Modern, welcoming and clean practice environment
- Completely bespoke treatment, care and advice
Most patients find that dental hygiene treatment doesn’t hurt. There can be an element of discomfort while your teeth are being scraped by the hygienist, but this does not last long. We make sure you are feeling comfortable before we begin, and can stop to give you a break if you do feel any pain.
Yes, we are pleased to offer dental hygiene treatment for children. The hygienist examines your child’s teeth and gives them the skills and knowledge they need to keep their teeth clean and healthy for life. It is important that children understand oral hygiene from an early age, and dental hygiene appointments are a large part of this.
Gum disease occurs when plaque is allowed to build up around your teeth and gum line, causing irritation and inflammation. The early stage of gum disease, gingivitis, can be reversed with careful hygiene treatment, restoring your mouth to full health. If left untreated, it can progress to a more severe stage, periodontitis, where pockets develop between the gum and tooth. Periodontitis can lead to wobbly teeth and even tooth loss if left. This stage of the condition can’t be reversed but can be managed with extensive treatment.
Symptoms of gum disease include red and swollen gums that often bleed when brushed, tooth sensitivity and bad breath. With more severe gum disease, you may notice loose teeth or even tooth loss. The symptoms of gum disease can be mild, so it can be overlooked. Your hygienist will be able to spot and treat the signs before it can worsen.
A great way to reduce tooth decay is to limit the amount of sugar in your diet, as well as the amount of times you consume sugary foods and drinks throughout the day. It is also important to keep up with an effective oral hygiene routine at home.
In general, we recommend you visit the hygienist every six months, in line with your dental check up appointments. However, your hygienist may recommend you book your next appointment at a longer or shorter interval, depending on your individual oral health. You can also book a hygiene appointment whenever you feel you would benefit from a professional deep clean.
