What's included in a hygienist appointment at Pure Smiles
Whether you have a big occasion or an important meeting coming up, a visit to the hygienist is a no brainer. Along with getting your teeth sparkling again, our hygienist can also help to improve the general health of your mouth. Here are a few frequently asked questions regarding our hygiene therapy.
What does a dental hygienist do?
Our resident star hygienist is Ciara a dental professional who can reach into all those nooks and crannies, in order to ensure your teeth are sparkling and your breath is fresh. This helps to improve both the health and appearance of your teeth, keeping your oral health at its best. The cherry on top is the air polishing, which can restore your teeth to a natural whiteness. This will get rid of all those stains caused by coffee, curries, red wine and more! You won’t have to see a dentist beforehand either - our hygienists can spruce your teeth up without taking the time to do a full dental check-up. Quick, simple and effective.
A visit to the hygienist isn’t just about getting your mouth squeaky clean. Our professionals can also help spot those early warning signs of certain diseases, such as cancerous lumps, bleeding gums and sores. Ultimately, seeing a dental professional more often helps to keep your mouth healthy in more ways than one.
How long is a hygienist appointment?
Hygienist appointments vary between half an hour and 45 minutes, which helps us get to all those hard to reach places in between your teeth. If you have dental anxiety, there’s no need to worry - treatment is painless and we’ll go through the necessary steps to help you feel relaxed. On top of treatment, our hygienist will also give you some expert advice on keeping your oral hygiene even more
How often should you see a hygienist?
Six months is the general amount of time we advise patients to visit the hygienist. However, it’s worth bearing in mind that every patient is different and may require more or fewer visits. After your first appointment, your hygienist will give you an update on when you should next visit us.
Do I need to see a dental hygienist?
Unlike regularly seeing your dentist for important check-ups, visiting the hygienist isn’t compulsory. However, it can provide some benefits to your general oral health, as well as getting your teeth super clean. Spotting the early signs of gum disease is part and parcel of an appointment, which can stop its development before it gets bad.
If you’re interested in cleaning up your teeth, get in contact with us today to book your first hygienist appointment.
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