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Welcome to Dental Hygienist London

We are a known dental hygiene clinic, conveniently located at 20 Old Brompton Road, South Kensington, London SW7 3DL. We have an experienced team of professional dental hygienists in London who provide a comprehensive range of teeth cleaning procedures, such as airflow therapy and scale and polish. Our hygienists will not only remove surface stains and plaque from your teeth and also offer good dental hygiene advice to prevent gum disease.

It is a good idea to visit a hygienist regularly near in your area to get expert advice on keeping a good oral hygiene. You can call us or book an appointment online with our experienced London hygienist who is dedicated to improving your oral health. We ensure your dental hygiene session is comfortable and relaxed at our modern dental practice.

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What is a Dental Hygienist

What is a Dental Hygienist?

A hygienist is an oral health expert who helps in the prevention and treatment of gum related dental diseases. The hygienists play a vital role in dental teams and their workload plays a significant role when combined with the dentist and allow dentist to perform their advanced procedures. So, it is quite common for the hygienists to perform different preventive dental treatments in surgery such as cleaning teeth and assessing patients for oral diseases and other preventative dental care needs. They also give proper education to patients on various ways to improve as well as maintain good oral health and hygiene.

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What does a Dental Hygienist do?

One of the major differences between your dentist and the hygienist is the overall function of their roles. You may need to see your dentist when there is a problem which may require in depth diagnosis for infection or if there is a cavity that should be filled. On the other hand, a private dental hygienist will help to prevent these things from happening in the first place. They are usually responsible for cleaning teeth during a dental appointment. The hygienists removes tartar and plaque from the teeth as well as polishing them. They will also perform X-rays of gums and teeth and may providing fluoride therapy to patients. They may also use the sealants on your teeth to prevent decay. They will give valuable tips on ways to brush properly and floss daily as well as what foods you can eat and what to avoid to maintain a strong and healthy mouth.

Meet Our Dental Hygienist

Nicole Sadler

Graduated as a hygienist from Kings College University London in 2005.

Nicole, has experience working with both adults and children, and is especially good at helping nervous patients feel at ease with her informal and friendly manner. She also has an amazing ability to identify individual patient needs and provide a more personalised course of treatment for each patient.

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What to expect during a Dental hygienist appointment

Your dental hygienist is likely to question you about your oral health before they look in your mouth. They will also screen for cancer by looking for any suspicious lesions in your mouth and will also examine the skin around the mouth for any abnormalities.

Next your hygienist will evaluate any risk or evidence of periodontal disease by examining the gum line. They will also look for any decay and identify and evaluate any other dental problem that they see.

We offer our patients 3 levels of dental hygiene treatment:

  • 01

    This is polishing and scaling where any tartar or plaque will be removed often in one appointment although if the situation is more complex it may be in a set of appointments.

  • 02

    We use Airflow for stain removal, providing excellent results, especially for hard-to-reach areas. For severe gingivitis, deep scaling under local anaesthetic may be required. For advanced periodontitis, laser therapy is combined with other treatments, with ongoing monitoring and targeted care to ensure lasting improvement.

  • 03

    The third level of our hygienist dental treatment is really aimed at an intervention where there is gum disease. We find that if these cases are managed carefully surgery can be avoided.

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Professional Teeth Cleaning and Dental Hygiene Treatment Procedures

Scale and Polish

Scale and Polish

A scale and polish is a comprehensive tooth cleaning method carried out by a dental hygienist. The method usually has two steps.

Firstly, scraping is done to eliminate tartar and plaque from around your teeth. This is called scaling which can be done with a piece of electric equipment that oscillates at great speed. This instrument consists of a sharp tip which usually emits a jet of water which is perfect for removing calculus and plaque. Sometimes, the unwanted stains can be stubborn, and additional work and treatment may be needed. In this case, the hygienist uses manual instruments which enable them to access harder to reach areas.

When the hygienist finds your teeth have been descaled to the best possible standard, your teeth will be polished. Your hygienist uses a rotating pad and slightly gritty toothpaste for cleaning the teeth including those hard-to-reach areas which are really difficult to do when you clean them yourself This special polishing method further protects your teeth by giving a comprehensive clean.

Airflow Therapy

Airflow Therapy

Airflow therapy is a dental hygiene treatment which removes stains, plaque and discoloration with water, fine powder particles and compressed air. The three components can be combined in a high-powered jet that removes stains gently from your teeth including hard reaching areas and biofilm from below as well as above your gum line. Dental plaque is a biofilm of harmful bacteria which can grow on the surface within your mouth.

This innovative spray technology will be enable access to all hard-to-reach areas to remove damaging biofilm effectively which develops above and below the gum and will improve oral health. With airflow therapy, stains and build up are removed painlessly.

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The Benefits Of VISITING A DENTAL HYGIENIST

Visiting your dentist offers numerous benefits that can help you feel happy and healthy. Even if you’re hesitant to go, maintaining healthy teeth is essential for a beautiful smile and the boosted confidence it brings. Here are some reasons why it’s important to see a dentist regularly:

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Prevent gum disease

You can treat gum disease when it is detected at its early stages. When your gum disease develops into the later stages, it might lead to severe bleeding, bad breath, loss of teeth and painful gums. Your hygienist will be treating gum disease and give you proper knowledge of how to prevent it at home.

Avoid bad breath

Avoid bad breath

Bad breath, also known as halitosis, occurs due to an underlying dental problem. The odour usually occurs due to the formation of plaque or bacteria around your teeth or under the gum line. If your bad breath had occurred due to the latter, then a Oral hygienist can solve the problem.

Restore whiter smile

Restore whiter smile

You might develop unwanted stains over time. The external stains which are on the teeth cannot be removed through brushing. These stains are found when you drink tea, red wine, coffee, tobacco and other coloured foods or drinks. A dental hygienist can remove the stains to restore the colour of your teeth.

Prevent oral cancer

Prevent oral cancer

Other than the scale and polish, your hygienist can detect for early signs of oral cancer. Oral cancer can be treated when detected early. They will give valuable advice on the risk factors of oral cancer and how to lessen them. You are at greater risk if you are a smoker, drink too much alcohol or have been infected with HPV virus.

Costs of our
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Book your hygiene appointment today for a dental checkup and professional teeth cleaning in London.

Our dental plan provides coverage for two dental checkups and two hygiene appointments per year. It is essential to book a dental hygiene appointment for routine checkups to maintain better oral health. Please inform us about any medications you are taking and any changes in your lifestyle.

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  • Monday to Wednesday9AM - 6PM
  • Thursday8.30 AM - 7 PM
  • Friday9 AM - 5 PM
  • Saturday10 AM - 2 PM
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The best way for you to manage your dental health is to prevent problems starting

There is no doubt that keeping regular appointments with the hygienist will help to avoid the development of gum disease. You will be able to put inflamed, bleeding gums and toothache behind you, provided you take the advice of your hygienist and attend regularly for check-ups. Our professional an experienced team of dental hygienists are waiting to welcome you and to give you the reassurance of knowing that you are doing everything you can to ensure your good oral health.

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Advice to Maintain Good Dental Hygiene

During an appointment with the dental hygienist, they will give personalised advice on taking proper care of your teeth and improving dental health at home. For this, there are some effective suggestions on how to use dental floss, how to select the right toothbrush to use and the correct angle to hold your toothbrush for cleaning teeth. You have to book an appointment with the hygienist for routine checkups and ensure your teeth and gums remain healthy and strong.

These tips should be followed to maintain improved dental health and hygiene:

  • Brush and floss teeth regularly
  • Visit a dentist for routine checkups
  • Schedule regular appointments with the hygienist
  • Clean your mouth thoroughly
  • Eat a well-balanced diet
  • Avoid eating sticky foods and coloured drinks.
  • Use a mouthwash and clean your tongue properly.
  • Quit smoking.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, we are accepting new private patients and welcome children too.

YES, with our 'Direct Access', we allow patients to visit us who are registered with other practice. We provide quality service and oral hygiene education to patients at the clinic.

Our hygienist checks for the condition of your teeth and gums and evaluate your dental health. They need to discuss and give advice on diet for maintaining good oral health at home by using proper brush.

Our opening times at the clinic are:

  • Monday: 9AM - 5PM
  • Tuesday: 9AM - 5PM
  • Wednesday: 9AM - 5PM
  • Thursday: 9AM - 5PM
  • Friday: 9AM - 5PM
  • Saturday & Sunday: By appointment only

The main difference between a dentist and a hygienist is that a hygienist specialises in cleaning, polishing, and scaling teeth, while a dentist can treat and restore your teeth and gums. Both are registered dental professionals, and the hygienist provides suitable treatment for the prevention of gum disease.

When looking for a dental hygienist near you, we recommend the following:

  • Ask family members, neighbors, friends or co-workers to seek for recommendations.
  • Ask family doctor or local pharmacist.
  • Ask your dentist to provide some recommendation.
  • Look online.

You need to follow proper dental hygiene at home and see our hygienist two times in a year.

Maintaining good dental hygiene can help to lessen the risk associated with gum disease. This can affect your teeth and mouth as bacteria can enter into the bloodstream and lead to serious problems all over the body.

When you see a hygienist regularly, this may help to improve your tooth and dental health. At the same time, this can increase your overall quality of life. Dental examinations and mouth cleanings can help to:

  • Prevent the problem of tooth decay
  • Eliminate halitosis
  • Protect against tooth loss and gum disease
  • Attractive and healthy smile

Though your teeth may appear to be in good condition, there may be several dental problems. Some oral health complications cannot be detected with the naked eye and you need to see a hygienist for in-depth examination to ensure everything is progressing well.

Yes, when you have cleaned properly, you need to avoid dark foods for at least two hours. This may include – tea, coffee, cigarettes, red wine, beetroot, etc.

Plaque is a kind of bacteria which adheres easily onto your teeth. This soft and sticky material leads to gum disease and tooth decay. It is necessary to eliminate soft plaque with brushing and flossing to prevent the problem of tooth decay and oral disease. If you do not clean plaque is daily, it becomes hard and turns into tartar.

Tartar or calculus is hard calcified deposit that adheres strongly to your teeth. The tartar builds onto itself and may adhere to the tooth above and below the gumline. If it is not scaled off completely, it can lead to tooth decay and gum disease. Tartar is quite hard and cannot come off with brushing or flossing. But you need a trained professional to remove it without damaging gums or tooth surface.

Some dentists perform this kind of work but the hygienist has been trained to carry out hygiene therapies and spend longer time with you. They will encourage as well as motivate you on how to look after the teeth and gums.

Throughout the day, a sticky film of plaque builds up on the teeth. This plaque consists of bacteria that produce acids. Brushing your teeth twice a day can remove plaque effectively. However, if the plaque is not brushed away, it hardens into a substance called tartar or calculus. As a hard substance, tartar is difficult to remove through brushing alone. This is where professional treatments, such as a scale and polish in London, become essential, effectively removing tartar and leaving your teeth feeling clean and smooth.

No, the scale and polish procedure won’t hurt, but you might feel unusual sensations within your mouth. This will include a tickling feeling or scraping sensation in the gums. You can use a numbing gel if you feel nervous about dental pain. If you are extremely worried about the scale and polish, then you need to speak with the receptionist before booking your appointment and they will inform your dental hygienist about it.

Individual can experience discomfort for one to two days after thorough cleaning. Rarely you may experience teeth sensitivity and your gums might be tender, swollen and bleed.

More dental treatments are suggested if you require a deeper cleaning. Good dental care at home can keep your gum disease from either becoming serious or recurring. An individual should brush teeth two times in a day using an electric toothbrush. Make sure you clean between the teeth regularly, avoid tobacco and take a well-balanced diet as well as see a dentist, as and when needed.

According to dental experts, both children and adults should perform teeth cleaning and dental examination two times in a year. Patients who have a past history of periodontal disease or another recurring oral disease will need to perform frequent treatments.

Our mouth is full of bacteria and different forms of bacteria seem to be beneficial for your dental health, while some can be really damaging. When there are harmful bacteria on the teeth, they produce acids which can erode the enamel and break down and inflame gums. This can lead to tooth decay, periodontal disease, tooth loss and discoloration. Other oral diseases might develop from these conditions. At the same time, you should continue visiting the hygienist regularly to eliminate plaque, tartar and bacteria from your mouth. This can keep your teeth and gums strong and healthy.

The bone and gums form the foundation of your teeth, and proper care is essential for maintaining oral health. Bacteria can accumulate on your teeth regularly, so removing harmful calculus and plaque is crucial for preserving dental health. Regular professional care is vital to keeping your teeth in good condition, which can help freshen your breath and enhance your overall appearance.

A teeth cleaning may last between 30 minutes to one hour. At this time, you need to lie back in a comfortable chair while we will assess the condition of your teeth.

The private treatment differs from one practice to the other and different parts of the country. At our clinic, a dental hygienist appointments starts from £89.

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