What does a dental hygienist in Edinburgh actually do?

Did you know that a dentist and a dental hygienist in Edinburgh are actually different people? They have been trained in many of the same fields of dentistry, giving them a broad and deep understanding of facial anatomy and structure and teeth and gum development and health, however both professionals have branched off into different fields and have specialised in a certain role that appeals to their personality and skills.

A dental hygienist in Edinburgh is an essential addition to your oral hygiene routine. They are just as important as your bi-yearly dental checkup and they can assist you in maintaining strong and healthy teeth that can last you a lifetime.

We have chosen our team members because they are compassionate, have a unique ability to communicate well and are gentle, perhaps not what you think of when you think of a hygienist! Our team members believe it is important that you feel comfortable with us, so that you are eager to return and establish good health habits for life.

Our work is based around preventive care. We educate you on how to look after your teeth properly in a bespoke manner, meaning that we understand what your areas of concern are and help you to focus your efforts on achieving maximum positive results.

We also clean your teeth. Properly. By using specialised tools and equipment, we are able to remove plaque and attack stubborn tartar that brushing alone cannot remove. This caked on substance is not only unsightly, but it damages the enamel on your teeth and can injure your gums.

We remove food that gets stuck in places that you didn’t know you had, reducing chances of infection, clearing away the culprits for bad breath and leaving you with a silky smooth feeling that you can’t help but keep running your teeth over.

Sounds amazing. How often should I visit?

The better your oral hygiene routine is at home, the less work that needs to be done. We recommend that you come in to see us every 6 months, just like you would with your dentist, so that we can keep on top of plaque and tartar and keep your mouth feeling fresh, looking great and best of all, healthy.

By having your teeth professionally cleaned, you can also benefit from an effective and natural whitening treatment. When we scale and polish your teeth, light staining can be removed. By doing this often enough, there is no chance for heavy staining to build up to cause you embarrassment or concern.

Your smile is very important. It is usually the first thing people see and first impressions are everything. By looking after your smile in the best way that you can, we want you to be able to put your best foot forward in all of the ventures that you may have in life.

We look forward to seeing you, getting to know who you are and enjoying our time together. Your journey towards a healthier and happier mouth is important to us, and every one of our patients can feel this warmth and compassion.