Dental Hygienists keep your mouth clean, healthy and help treat gum disease
What is Dental Hygiene?
Dental hygiene treatment is delivered by a dental hygienist who will help to remove any plaque from your teeth that may have built up in certain areas. Your teeth will be professionally cleaned with special equipment and pastes, this process is also known as scaling and polishing. An important aspect of the hygienist’s role is to show you how to look after your teeth so they remain free from plaque. You will be advised on the best brushing technique and given tips on flossing and using interdental brushes.
Dental hygiene at the dental practice also forms part of treating gum disease and bad breath. If you have a bridge, denture, orthodontic treatment or a dental implant you will have specific hygiene needs that the hygienist will be able to assist you with.
Who needs Dental Hygiene?
Most patients will benefit from regular dental hygiene. An important aspect of the dental hygienist’s role is to show you how to look after your teeth so they remain free from plaque which is the major contributing factor to gum disease. You will be advised on the best brushing technique and given tips on flossing and using interdental brushes.
The dental hygienist will remove any hard calculus deposits from your teeth that may have built up to assist you in cleaning between your teeth. This will be done with special equipment and pastes. This process is also known as scaling and polishing.
FAQs
Do dental hygienists treat gum disease?
Yes, one the most important aspects of managing gum disease is regular professional cleaning from the dental hygienist.
How often should I see the hygienist?
It is recommend that you come in for regular hygiene appointments to ensure your mouth stays clean and healthy, your dentist will advise you on the interval most appropriate for you.
