What Does a Dental Hygienist Do?
Dental Hygienists are an important part of taking care of your teeth and maintaining a healthy and happy smile. At Dentists Old Market Bristol we offer professional hygienist treatment to maintain tooth health and prevent conditions like gum disease. But what does a dental hygienist do and do you need to see one?
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A Hygienist’s Role
The job of a hygienist is primarily to focus on preventative treatment to help maintain the health of teeth and gums. This involves providing specialist cleaning, giving patients advice on how to look after their teeth, and promoting their oral hygiene.
The team of hygienists at The Dentists Old Market pride themselves on providing professional treatment tailored to each patient, ensuring that everybody gets the opportunity to take care of their smile to a high standard.
Do I Need to See a Dental Hygienist?
No matter the quality of your teeth, it is important to see a dental hygienist regularly to ensure your mouth stays healthy. Dental hygienists help to prevent damaging conditions that can affect your smile permanently (e.g. gum disease). Conditions like gum disease can lead to your teeth loosening or can lead to tooth loss. By preventing these diseases, dental hygienists provide treatment to help keep your teeth as healthy as possible and advise on how you can contribute towards this at home.
How Often Should You See a Dental Hygienist?
The amount you should see a dental hygienist can vary from person to person depending on your needs and any ongoing conditions you may have. General advice is to visit the hygienist at least every six months.
You should visit the hygienist more often if you apply to one of the following:
If you have gum disease
Gum disease is one of the most important reasons to visit the dental hygienist. Visiting can help you diagnose gum disease and provide continued treatment to maintain your oral health.
If you smoke
Smoking increases the risks of infection, gum disease, and stained teeth. By visiting the hygienist more often they can help monitor and treat your teeth for any areas of concern.
If you are pregnant
Hormone changes during pregnancy can affect your oral health, very commonly resulting in the symptoms of bleeding and swollen gums. It is important to visit more frequently during pregnancy, especially if any dental problems arise.
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Book An Appointment With The Dentists Old Market
The Dentists Old Market offers comprehensive hygienist treatment from passionate specialists, working to meet all your dental health needs.
Ready to smile with confidence? Book your dental hygiene check-up at your Bristol dentist today.