Dental Hygiene

The age old adage of “prevention is better than cure” certainly rings true in Oral Health and here at Welling Dental Clinic we are strong advocate of preventative dentistry, preventative treatments underpins all we do. This is why our dedicated team of fully qualified and experienced Dental Hygienists plays an integral part in all our patients’ dental health care.

Good oral hygiene is the key to good dental health and vital in eliminating gum disease and decay which can eventually lead to tooth loss. Our highly trained hygienists work with you and your dentist to ensure healthy gums, fresh breath and outstanding oral health.
Maintaining a good dental hygiene regime at home is essential to helping prevent the build up of plaque and tartar. However, some parts of the mouth are difficult if not impossible to reach and regular dental hygiene treatment is vital to prevent cavities, gingivitis, and gum disease.

The hygienist’s main role is to prevent gum disease by professionally cleaning your teeth, a process called scaling and polishing. They carefully remove any build up of plaque or hard deposits of calculus (tartar) below and above the gum using manual or ultrasonic instruments.

Your Welling Dental Clinic hygienist will also give you advice about your daily maintenance routine so that you can keep your mouth in tip-top condition.