Why do I need to see a dental hygienist?

When you want to get healthy, you hire the services of a personal fitness instructor or a nutritionist. Think of a dental hygienist as a personal trainer for your mouth. Their goal is to get your gums, teeth, and mouth in great condition. Much like a gym instructor will create a daily workout programme for you to follow and show you the correct way to lift weights, your dental hygienist will provide you with a daily routine, provide clear techniques on how to brush, floss, and maintain good oral health.

By A Better Smile

Regular check-ups with a dental hygienist can help you maintain a healthy smile. An integral part of any dental team, hygienists are trained in the preventative care and treat gum disease. While it may seem like another bill, it is much cheaper and more pain-free than having to undergo tooth extractions and implants.

Did you know 95 percent of the population suffers from some degree of gum disease, yet they’re not even aware of it. If your partner constantly complains you’ve got bad breath—despite eating mints and brushing— your gums are tender, red, swollen or bleeding, your teeth feel wobbly, your teeth appear longer, an appointment with an experienced dental hygienist should be a priority.

What does a dental hygienist do?

In addition to equipping you with the skills you need to correctly floss and brush, The Dental hygienist at A Better Smile dental centre will:

• Evaluate your gums — assessing the state of your gums or potential risks. Your nutrition, lifestyle, and health will be taken into consideration. If it’s your very first visit they make take your blood pressure and screen for diabetes.
• Conduct non-invasive procedures — if you suffering from gum disease, the hygienist will develop a treatment programme which may include plague removal through descaling and cleaning, applying decay prevents solutions and showing you the correct way to floss and brush.
• Advice and education — during your session you may also be given advice on what types of food and drinks to avoid, whether you need a custom designed sleep appliance to prevent nighttime grinding, to the best floss and toothpaste to use.

Dental hygiene appointments are relatively pain-free, but due to tooth sensitivity or anxiousness, our team at A Better Smile Dental Centre provide sedation options—you can be sure you won’t feel a thing then.

If you haven’t had a checkup in a while, prioritise your dental health today.

You’ll find A Better Smile Dental Centre in two convenient locations—Lane Cove and Sydney CBD. Call your nearest clinic now for an appointment.

Book a consultation with A Better Smile Dental Centre and receive expert advice from our dentists. We will help you choose the best treatment or suggest an alternative option that will suit your smile.