What does a dental hygienist do?
A dental hygienist is a specially trained oral health professional who focuses on the prevention and treatment of gum disease and the maintenance of good oral hygiene.
During your appointment at our Hornchurch dental clinic, your hygienist Rose will:
- Carry out a thorough professional clean to remove plaque and tartar from the surfaces of your teeth and along the gum line
- Polish your teeth, leaving them smooth so that bacteria find it harder to stick
- Assess the health of your gums and flag any early signs of gum disease
- Provide personalised advice on brushing technique, flossing, and any areas of your mouth that may need extra attention at home
Everything is explained clearly as we go, so you always know exactly what’s happening and why.
The benefits of professional teeth cleaning
Visiting a hygienist for professional cleaning, as well as taking good care of your teeth at home, will help ensure you have a healthy mouth. The benefits include:
- Healthier gums: removing the plaque and tartar that cause gum inflammation and gum disease
- Fresher breath:eliminating the bacteria responsible for bad breath
- A cleaner, brighter smile: surface staining is removed as part of the clean, leaving your teeth looking their best
- Prevention over cure: catching early signs of gum disease or decay before they develop into more serious (and more expensive) problems
- Better home care: personalised advice from your hygienist means your brushing and flossing routine at home becomes more effective
How often should you see a dental hygienist?
For most patients, we recommend a hygiene appointment every six months, though some patients with a history of gum disease or a faster rate of tartar build-up may benefit from more frequent visits. Your hygienist will advise you on the right interval for your individual needs.
Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) is now available in Hornchurch
At Viva Dental Studio, we’re proud to offer Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT), one of the most advanced dental hygiene treatments available at the moment. As one of a relatively small number of practices in Essex currently offering GBT, we are at the forefront of preventive dental care in Hornchurch.
Developed in Switzerland, GBT represents a significant step forward in professional dental cleaning. It’s a clinically proven, multi-step system that removes 100% of dental plaque (oral biofilm) compared to around 50% removed by traditional professional cleaning methods. GBT is suitable for most patients.
If you’d like to experience the benefits of this technology for yourself, our dental hygienist would be delighted to talk you through whether GBT is right for you.
