Dental Hygienist in Catford

Keep your mouth healthy

Our dental hygienists can help you stay in great dental health. We offer expert services to prevent and treat dental disease. You can schedule regular appointments with a hygienist in addition to your dentist appointments at Hillview Dental Centre to help prevent and treat dental disease.

Why see a hygienist?

A good dental care routine is vital to ensuring healthy teeth and gums. Your dental hygienist can thoroughly clean your teeth and gums by removing plaque and tartar from hard to reach places. This deep cleaning will prevent cavities, gingivitis, and gum disease, as well as improve your smile and freshen your breath.

Keep dental disease at bay

Dental hygienists focus on preventative care, as well as the treatment of gum disease and tooth decay. Most cavities develop inside the rough chewing surfaces of the teeth where a tooth brush is unable to reach. Trapped debris and bacteria can easily lead to infection, tooth decay, and gum disease. It’s therefore important to schedule regular appointments with your dental hygienist for a thorough cleaning. With our help and advice, you’ll have the knowledge and confidence to keep your mouth healthy and free from disease and decay.

Visit your dental hygienist in Catford for exceptional care

At your dental hygiene appointment, you’ll be able to benefit from a range of helpful services, including:

• A dental examination to look for plaque or tartar build up, along with any inflammation, and/or bleeding
• Dental X-rays which are taken to help diagnose problems and determine the appropriate treatments
• A scale & polish treatment which eradicates all plaque and tartar before then polishing the teeth
• Expert advice from a professional hygienist on how best to keep a good dental care routine which prevents dental problems from developing
• Bad breath (halitosis) treatment
• Teeth whitening to keep your teeth sparkling
• Fissure sealants, fluoride varnishes, and fluoride treatments which are used to strengthen and protect your teeth

The perfect dental hygiene routine

It’s important to look after your teeth and gums in between appointments with your hygienist. Practice this simple dental care routine each day, and you’ll find it easy to reach optimum dental health:

• Brush your teeth at least twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste, focusing on each tooth as you clean
• An electric toothbrush can be used for an even more thorough clean
• Rinse your mouth out with an antibacterial mouthwash after brushing
• Floss once a day to remove plaque and tartar stuck in between your teeth
• Debris and bacteria lingering on your tongue can be removed with a tongue scraper

In addition to your at-home dental routine, visiting your dental hygienist for regular appointments is vital to ensuring your dental health and hygiene.

Are you ready to keep your mouth healthy with a dental hygienist? Get in touch with Hillview Dental Centre today!