Hygiene Clean

The Hygiene Clean treatment focuses on removing plaque and tartar to maintain healthy teeth and gums. It includes a professional scale and polish, plus personalised advice to support long-term oral hygiene.

Hygiene Cleans at Gerrards Cross Dentist focuses on preventive care to maintain healthy teeth and gums. We focus on removing plaque and tartar with a professional ‘scale and polish’ and provide personalised advice on home care and diet.

We use the Aqua Care polishing system, a jet-based technology that enhances cleaning for a comfortable, thorough experience. Regular hygiene appointments help keep your smile bright, breath fresh, and oral health at its best.

Watch to see how we remove plaque and staining at Gerrards Cross Dentist

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a dental hygienist?

Dental hygienists are specially trained to work as part of the dental team, to give care to patients. They play an important part in dental health care and are mainly concerned with preventive dental health and treating gum disease – showing you correct home care and helping to keep your teeth and gums healthy.

What can I do to help the hygienist?

The hygienist’s main work is to prevent and treat gum disease. This includes professionally cleaning your teeth by removing plaque and tartar (usually called a ‘scale and polish’ or a prophylaxis). However, perhaps their most important role is showing you the best way to keep your teeth free of plaque. Plaque is a sticky coating that forms constantly on your teeth. Hygienists also give advice about diet and about preventing tooth decay. The hygienist will work with your dental team to give you care that is tailored to your needs.

Why is this dental treatment important?

Regular professional cleaning to remove plaque and tartar, combined with looking after your teeth and gums properly at home, will help keep your mouth healthy. A clean and healthy mouth will improve your appearance, help you to keep your teeth and give you fresh breath.

At Gerrards Cross Dentist we use AquaCare polishing, which is a jet-based polishing system.

How often should I have a hygiene appointment?

It’s generally recommended to visit the dental hygienist every 6 months, but this may vary depending on your oral health needs.

Does a hygiene clean hurt?

Most patients find the procedure comfortable, but if you have sensitive teeth or gums, your hygienist can adjust the treatment or use numbing gel if needed.