Hygienist
Keep teeth and gums healthy for a long-lasting smile
The specific role of hygienists is to keep your teeth, gums and mouth clean and healthy so that you have a lovely smile and to prevent the possibility of tooth decay and gum disease.
Gum disease is the number one reason for tooth loss in the U.K.
At Watford Dental Practice, we encourage a preventative approach across all our dental services as prevention is easier and often less expensive than cure. Similarly, our hygienists work with you to prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
Our dental hygienists see patients from Moor Park, Rickmansworth, Chandler’s Cross, Watford, Bushey and throughout Hertfordshire.
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Which dental hygiene services are available at Watford Dental Practice?
Our hygienist in Watford offers the following services –
Scaling and polishing
If plaque collects near your gum line this can lead to gum disease. A scale and polish is a professional clean by your hygienist that involves scraping off the plaque and tartar followed by a polish to smooth your teeth. The polish brightens your teeth and protects them from further build-up of plaque.
Checking and treating for gum disease
The second stage of gum disease is known as periodontitis and in this instance, the gums start to recede, or pockets develop in the gums which can lead to teeth loosening or eventual tooth loss. If caught early enough, periodontal disease can be treated with antibiotics and a plan put in place to enhance dental hygiene.
Lifestyle and hygiene advice
Your hygienist can also offer lifestyle advice about things that affect your oral health such as diet and smoking.
Benefits of seeing a hygienist in Watford
Patients from Watford, Chandler’s Cross, Rickmansworth, Moor Park, Bushey and Hertfordshire are choosing the hygienists at Watford Dental Practice because:
- Hygienists help to keep your mouth, teeth and gums clean giving you lovely smile and reducing your chances of getting gum disease, tooth decay and having bad breath
- A scale and polish from a hygienist gives a deeper clean than just using your toothbrush at home. It removes plaque, bacteria and stains leaving your teeth sparkling
- Hygienists work with you to prevent gum disease which is the number one reason for tooth loss in the U.K.
FAQ's for Hygienist
How often should I visit the hygienist?
We recommend visiting the hygienist every 6 to 12 months. If a hygienist has concerns about your oral hygiene, they may ask you to see them more frequently. If there are few or no concerns, you should visit annually.
Is flossing necessary?
Flossing is an important part of your oral healthcare because it removes food and bacteria from between your teeth and reaches areas which your brush cannot. You should floss once a day and whilst it might seem annoying at first, your hygienist in Watford can show you how to do it and it will soon become part of your usual oral care routine.
Which toothpaste should I choose?
The dental market is awash with many different toothpastes all claiming to do different things from teeth whitening to tartar control to helping sensitive teeth. It can be confusing to know which one to buy. We recommend that you choose a toothpaste that has fluoride as this will help strengthen teeth and protect against tooth decay. Your hygienist in Watford can talk to you more about this.
