What do our Therapists and Oral Hygienist in Liverpool Do?

The oral hygienist in Liverpool provides control of periodontal disease by performing root surface debridement, root planning and irrigating periodontal pockets with the aim of reducing inflammation. They will advise on an appropriate oral hygiene regime for you to use at home.

The preventative nurse can perform plaque, saliva and bacterial tests and apply the more concentrated fluorides for non-operative treatment of early caries or in older patients to in-operable root caries lesions. This can also help those patients with sensitive roots.

Why is Dental Hygiene Important?

It’s important to maintain good dental hygiene by brushing and flossing regularly to prevent things such as bad breath, gum disease, tooth decay, cavities and in extreme cases, even tooth loss. Good dental hygiene also reduces the long-term need for expensive treatments. Our oral hygienist in Liverpool will provide excellent consutancy on how this can be achieved.

Hygiene Appointments 

When you visit us for a regular appointment with one of our skilled oral hygienist in Liverpool or our therapists, you can expect a thorough oral examination and a conversation about your dental hygiene habits and concerns plus a Scale and Polish. We will carefully evaluate the state of your teeth and gums, looking for any indications of cavities, gum disease, or other oral health problems.

As part of the appointment, our oral hygienist in Liverpool will talk you through any treatment requirements , as well as any potential fees associated with these recommended treatments or procedures. With our team’s guidance, you can feel confident that you’re taking the necessary steps to maintain good oral health.

What is a Scale and Polish?

This is a phrase you may hear often but what actually is it? A Scale and Polish is a common dental procedure that involves removing plaque and tartar build-up from teeth to prevent gum disease and tooth decay. During the scale and polish procedure, our team will use special tools to remove plaque and tartar from the teeth, followed by polishing to make the teeth smooth and shiny. 

The procedure performed by our oral hygienist in Liverpool can improve the appearance of teeth and help maintain good oral health. Regular scale and polish appointments, along with good dental hygiene practices, can prevent the need for more extensive dental treatments in the future. It is recommended to schedule a scale and polish appointment every six months to maintain good oral hygiene.