The role of our experienced dental hygienist is to advise you on the latest techniques for caring for your teeth and gums. They are specially trained dental professionals who focus on preventative dental health and treating gum disease.
What Can I Expect When I Visit the Dental Hygienist?
The hygienist will carry out an assessment of your oral health habits and your gum health. Your treatment may involve a general scale, clean and polish or further therapeutic treatment as required, such as a deep cleaning to restore your gums to optimal health.
Home hygiene techniques will be discussed and any post-operative experiences you might have and how to mitigate these. We will provide informed advice on the correct brushing technique, tell you whether you’re brushing and flossing in the right places to avoid plaque build-up, and give oral hygiene instructions.
In addition to your scale and clean procedure, your dental hygienist can also take X-rays when required.
Our hygienist will want to see you regularly to ensure your oral health is maintained with the aim of keeping your teeth for life.
Gum disease, or periodontitis, is one of the leading causes of heart disease and can lead to other issues with your health. Our aim is to keep your gums healthy because a gum infection left untreated, can cause serious damage to your teeth and gums, and can eventually destroy the bone which supports your teeth.
Periodontitis often results in the loosening of teeth, which then leads to teeth falling out. While this condition is relatively common, our hygienist will provide advice on how you can prevent it from occurring or advancing.
With some patients who have gum disease, we may recommend 3-monthly visits to ensure we help them to maintain optimal oral hygiene.
What Can You Do for Oral Health Between Treatments?
Brush your teeth with fluoride toothpaste at least twice a day, including after breakfast and last thing at night
Floss once a day
Limit the amount of sugary food and drinks you consume
Ensure you keep your regular dental check-up appointments
Why Choose Graceville Dental for Dental Hygiene?
Our friendly, professional team truly care about your oral health. We take the time to chat with you about your at-home routine and assist you by answering any questions you may have about caring for your teeth and gums.
Our dental hygienists hold a Certificate in Dental Therapy and a Certificate in Dental Hygiene. We are an accredited practice with QIP, and we’re audited every 3 years to ensure we are maintaining the standards required. We are fully compliant with ADA regulations for hygiene and infection control.
What Can You Do for Oral Health Between Treatments?
TALK TO US ABOUT YOUR ORAL HYGIENE If you have any further questions about oral hygiene, we’re here to help. Just give our friendly team a call on – call us or ask online.
