What do our Dental Hygienist & Therapists Do?
The hygienists provide 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.
Hygiene Appointments
When you visit us for a regular appointment with one of our skilled Hygienists or 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, we 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.
This procedure 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.
Why Choose Us?
Treating Patients like Family since 1977
For nearly 50 years, Duthie Dental has been the trusted name for family dental care in Liverpool. Our legacy of excellence, built since 1977, is delivered by a dedicated team committed to your comfort and oral health. We’ve expanded our care with The Abbey by Duthie Dental, an on site specialist clinic that ensures even complex treatments are handled within our practice, eliminating the need for outside referrals.
This means you receive seamless, comprehensive care from routine crowns to advanced procedures all with the same familiar team you trust.
Choose Duthie Dental for a complete dental experience where your smile is our legacy.
Spread the cost with finance by Tabeo
We currently offer finance from 6-24 months this is includes 0% interest up to 12 months.
| Months | Interest Rate | Minimum Spend |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | 0% | £350 |
| 12 | 0% | £1000 |
| 18 | 5.9% | £350 |
| 24 | 7.9% | £350 |
Duthie Dental: Marie Louise Duthie and John Lister Duthie trading as Duthie Dental; The Oral Health Practice with its address at 119 Woolton Road, Wavertree, LIVERPOOL, L15 6TB, UNITED KINGDOM is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and entered on the Financial Services Register, reference number 926811.
The Abbey by Duthie Dental trading as The Abbey @ 1 CPA LTD with address at 1 Childwall Park Avenue, Childwall, Liverpool, L16 0JE, UNITED KINGDOM is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and entered on the Financial Services Register, reference number 957535