Dental Hygiene
Our team of Dental Hygienists equipped with state-of-the-art facilities offer you a flawless patient journey through all your oral hygiene needs.
Dental hygienists at Mouth Dental
Mouth Dental enjoys its position today as a premier dental healthcare provider thanks to the team of professional, experienced and dedicated consultants, specialists and dental hygienists. Backed by our state of the art facilities they are able to provide our patients with one of the best care systems available in the industry. Our patients enjoy the best care from the moment they step into one of our clinics. You can also check with us regarding our payment schemes so that you too can benefit from the top quality dental care we provide.
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Airflow – a revolution in dental cleaning!
Airflow at Mouth Dental is now available for our all our patients to benefit from. It’s pain free delivery truly enhances the hygiene experience but the real benefit lies in its ability to remove deeper staining and harmful bacteria in the biofilm that sticks to the tooth surface.
AirFlow treatment is a pleasant and comfortable oral cleansing therapy using a combination of air, sodium bicarbonate or glycine powder and a gentle jet stream of water to clean the surfaces of your teeth. It takes just one appointment to leave your teeth feeling smooth, clean, polished and ready to smile with confidence.
Stain removals
A firm favourite of those who have unsightly stains on the surface of their teeth. AirFlow uses air, sodium bicarbonate or glycine powder and a gentle jet stream of water to remove surface stains caused by tobacco, food and drink. It is kind to the tooth surface and will significantly improve the brightness and give you a noticeably sparkling fresh healthy mouth in an instant. You will immediately see and feel the difference.
Cleaning sensitive teeth
Those with sensitive teeth who find ultrasonic scaling treatments too uncomfortable often prefer the gentle AirFlow system. Although AirFlow cannot remove hard tartar, it removes plaque biofilm, stains and early calculus deposits – cleaning and polishing in one single procedure.
Stain removals
A firm favourite of those who have unsightly stains on the surface of their teeth. AirFlow uses air, sodium bicarbonate or glycine powder and a gentle jet stream of water to remove surface stains caused by tobacco, food and drink. It is kind to the tooth surface and will significantly improve the brightness and give you a noticeably sparkling fresh healthy mouth in an instant. You will immediately see and feel the difference.
Cleaning sensitive teeth
Those with sensitive teeth who find ultrasonic scaling treatments too uncomfortable often prefer the gentle AirFlow system. Although AirFlow cannot remove hard tartar, it removes plaque biofilm, stains and early calculus deposits – cleaning and polishing in one single procedure.
A deep clean for both teeth and gums
The benefit of visiting our Hygienist for a scale and polish is the deep comprehensive clean for both teeth and gums that brushing alone cannot achieve. Inclusive of this treatment we remove extrinsic staining and build up of tartar, restoring the natural colour of the teeth.
How often you visit will be down to your individual needs. If you have a healthy mouth you will be recommended just twice yearly visits.
Please enquire should you wish to experience the minimally invasive Airflow procedure with our skilled hygienists….those that try rarely choose anything else thereafter.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is a dental hygienist?
A dental hygienist is your oral hygiene care partner diagnosing and treating oral health issues. From plaque and tartar removal, tooth decay and bleeding gums are just a few of the dental hygiene treatments your dental hygienist can do for you. Many people are still unaware of the benefits of consulting a dental hygienist which is slowly changing as more and more people realise they do not need to suffer and can instead consult a dental hygienist in Canary Wharf and prevent gum disease and other oral issues with ease.
What areas do dental hygienists specialise in?
Also known sometimes as an oral hygienists these licensed dental professionals whose primary role is to examine for signs of oral disease, teeth cleaning and advise on the best steps to follow to avoid bad breath, tooth decay and other such common oral ailments. Dental hygienists provide regular overall therapeutic and preventive care for complete teeth and gum health, also screening for both minor and major dental problems and providing patients with sustained care. They sometimes assist with more complicated procedures including orthodontics and dental surgery. A dental hygienist’s treatment is about continuous care and maintenance for a lasting healthy and beautiful smile.
What to expect at an appointment with a dental hygienist?
Before the examination it is important that you discuss your medical and dental history with the dental hygienist, so they are fully aware of what to expect and gain an idea what to look for during the examination. Your dental hygienist will examine your teeth and gyms for irregularities, bleeding, gum receding or early signs of gum disease.
During the examination they will also in most cases check the head and neck for signs of oral cancer. Low-dose x-rays are sometimes used to ascertain among other things, bone loss, tumours, abscesses and cysts and problems inside the teeth or under the gum line. If they do find a problem that requires specialist attention they will refer you to the appropriate specialist such as a periodontist.
If there are no issues then your hygienist will work to remove stains, scale and polish your teeth and if necessary recommend a fluoride treatment to fight off decay and decrease sensitivity. There after you will be advised on a treatment plan for your ongoing oral health care process.
How do you find a reputed dental hygienist?
It is not difficult to find a reputed dental hygienist these days thanks to online resources. Established and reliable oral care clinics will carry a portfolio of their affiliated specialists and dental hygienists along with their qualifications and experience.
What are the treatments carried out by a dental hygienist?
Dental hygienists are your first step in obtaining complete oral wellness as they provide preventive care to minimise the risk of oral complications such as plaque build-up, staining, bad breath and gum disease. They conduct the initial patient screening and remove plaque etc for cleaner teeth. They also provide advice on oral health and preventive care while also determining if a patient requires specialist treatment to remedy a dental problem.
Once a patient undergoes specialist treatment the dental hygienist will three months on, evaluate the status with regular check-ups. They will then determine if follow up treatments are required.