Dental Hygienist Wyke
What is a dental hygienist?
A dental hygienist has an important role to play in preventative dentistry and oral health. Our hygienist will clean your teeth by removing any excess plaque and tartar with a procedure known as a scale and polish.
Besides providing scale and polish treatments, our practice hygienist will also assess your current oral hygiene regime and will advise and teach you how to clean your teeth and gums effectively. Our hygienist works closely with the dentists at the practice and will help you to maintain a healthy mouth with effective regular brushing, daily flossing or the use of interdental brushes to clean in between the teeth.
It is important to remember that good oral hygiene reduces the likelihood of tooth decay and gum disease. Poor oral hygiene can impact negatively on your overall wellbeing.
We offer a Scale and Polish & Diamond Clean treatment for full mouth stain removal.
Regular professional cleaning combined with looking after your teeth and gums well at home will keep your oral health in check, which means fresh breath and healthy smile.
What are the benefits of a Hygienist Visit?
- A dental hygienist is specially trained in the prevention of Gum disease
- They can give advice on diet and prevention of dental decay
- The hygienist will remove stains on teeth that can build up and cannot be removed by you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Regular dental hygiene helps remove plaque and tartar, supports healthy gums and teeth, and can help prevent problems such as gum disease and tooth decay.
The recommended frequency depends on your oral health, gum condition and individual risk factors. Your dentist or hygienist can advise how often you should attend.
Your hygienist will assess your oral hygiene and clean your teeth to remove plaque and tartar. They can also provide personalised advice on brushing, interdental cleaning and maintaining healthy gums.
Plaque is a sticky layer of bacteria that builds up on teeth. If it is not removed regularly, it can contribute to tooth decay, gum inflammation and bad breath.
Tartar, also known as calculus, is hardened plaque that cannot usually be removed effectively with normal brushing. A dental hygienist can safely remove it using professional cleaning techniques.
Yes. Bleeding gums can be a sign of gum inflammation caused by plaque build-up. Professional cleaning and improved daily oral hygiene can help improve gum health, although persistent bleeding should be assessed by a dental professional.
Yes. Plaque, tartar and bacteria can contribute to bad breath. A professional hygiene appointment can help remove build-up, while your hygienist can also advise you on cleaning your teeth, tongue and between your teeth.
Most hygiene appointments are comfortable, although you may experience some sensitivity if your gums are inflamed or there is significant tartar build-up. Your hygienist can adjust the treatment according to your comfort.
Brush your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste and clean between your teeth daily using floss, interdental brushes or another method recommended by your dental team. Regular dental check-ups and hygiene appointments can also help maintain your oral health.
Professional hygiene treatment can remove surface stains caused by foods, drinks and smoking, making your teeth look cleaner and brighter. It does not change the natural colour of your teeth in the same way as professional teeth whitening.