HYGENIST
Heybridge Dental Practice is dedicated to providing quality and expert dental hygiene treatments. From routine tooth cleaning and polishing to the treatment of advanced gum disease, our dental hygienists can help you keep your smile bright and healthy. Why not contact us today to see how we can help.
FAQs
How can our Hygienists benefit you?Our hygienists can help you maintain excellent oral hygiene and keep your gums and teeth healthy. Their aim is to ensure you keep your natural teeth for as long as possible. The hygienists also use the latest equipment to help remove staining from your teeth and polish your teeth making them feel and look very clean.
What is gum disease?
Gum disease describes swelling, soreness or infection of the tissues supporting the teeth. There are two main forms of gum disease: gingivitis and periodontal disease.
What is gingivitis?
Gingivitis means inflammation of the gums. This is when the gums around the teeth become very red and swollen. Often the swollen gums bleed when they are brushed during cleaning.
What is periodontal disease?
Long-standing gingivitis can turn into periodontal disease. There are a number of types of periodontal disease and they all affect the tissues supporting the teeth. As the disease gets worse the bone anchoring the teeth in the jaw is lost, making the teeth loose. If this is not treated, you may eventually lose these your teeth.
What causes gum disease?
All gum diseases are caused by plaque. Plaque is a film of bacteria that forms on the surface of the teeth and gums every day. To prevent and treat gum disease, you need to make sure you remove all the plaque from your teeth every day. Brushing and cleaning between your teeth effectively will achieve this.
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 you will start to lose your teeth.
How do I know if I have gum disease?
The first sign is blood on the toothbrush or in the rinsing water 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.
What can be done?
We offer a range of gum disease treatments, including deep cleaning by our Hygienists. Local anesthesia is administered for patients’ comfort, and comprehensive cleaning of the teeth and gums are carried out. This can sometime require multiple appointments. Your dentist will also discuss the possibility of being referred to a specialist.
How much does a hygienist visit cost?
From £79.50 or with airflow for £89.50. For more information about our dental hygiene services or to schedule an appointment, call Heybridge Dental Practice today. Please note that we require a £20.00 deposit to book an appointment.
Can the hygienist remove stains from my teeth?
Yes, our hygienists have the latest equipment to get rid of stains built up on teeth from SMOKING, TEA, COFFEE, RED WINE and other food stuffs consumed over a long period of time.
Although this is not strictly a whitening treatment, patients comment on how much cleaner and whiter their teeth appear.
The treatment is quick, painless and usually takes 30-40 minutes to complete.
The system works by air, water and carbonated particles being projected at high pressure onto the tooth surface. The treatment is non-damaging to the tooth surface.