You Can Now Book Your Appointment Directly With Our Hygienist
Our dental hygienists help to keep your teeth and gums healthy through a thorough cleaning. They will also provide expert advice on your daily cleaning routine at home, a crucial part of your oral health care. Regular visits with the hygienist will ensure that hidden and difficult to reach plaque (soft deposits) and tartar (hard deposits) are removed from your teeth.
You can now book your appointment directly with the hygienist without seeing the dentist first.
Gum health
Bad breath is a widespread problem, and there are many different causes. Persistent bad breath is usually caused by the smelly gases released by the bacteria that coat your teeth and gums. Smoking is also one of the leading causes of bad breath, along with certain illnesses such as nasal and stomach conditions.
Bits of food caught between the teeth and on the tongue will rot and can sometimes cause an unpleasant smell. So correct and regular brushing is essential to keep your breath smelling fresh.
The bacteria on our teeth and gums (plaque) also cause gum disease and dental decay. If you see your dentist regularly, this will help prevent bad breath and let the dentist look for and treat these problems.
Airflow
As an upgrade to a scale and polish, we offer Airflow cleaning, which removes stains and discolouration caused by drinking red wine, tea, and coffee and smoking. Airflow uses a machine to clean and polish teeth with water, compressed air, and fine powder particles. It’s a cheaper alternative to professional teeth whitening.
By making a hygienist visit part of your dental care regime, you can stay one step ahead and avoid becoming one of the 19 out of every 20 people who will suffer from gum disease (the number one cause of tooth loss in adults) during their life.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if gum disease is not treated?
Unfortunately, gum disease progresses painlessly on the whole so that you do not notice the damage it is doing. However, the bacteria are sometimes more active and this makes your gums sore. This can lead to gum abscesses, and pus may ooze from around the teeth. Over a number of years, the bone supporting the teeth can be lost. If the disease is left untreated for a long time, treatment can become more difficult and may need to be extracted.
How do I know if I have gum disease?
The first sign is blood on the toothbrush or in the sink when you clean your teeth. Your gums may also bleed when you are eating, leaving a bad taste in your mouth. Your breath may also become unpleasant.
Our dental hygienist will be happy to provide specific advice on:
- Oral disease and prevention of gum disease.
- Nutrition.
- Use of fluoride, anti-bacterial and new dental care materials.
- Tooth Whitening.
- Smoking cessation.
Book in now for a Comprehensive Gum Assessment with a Dentist or directly with the Dental Hygienist.
