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Our Hygienist Service
At Infinitidental, we are dedicated to providing the best for services for dental hygiene in Wimbledon. As well as the industry-leading treatments we provide as solutions to our patients’ oral problems, we also strongly advocate prevention and techniques which often stem from our hygiene services.
At our clinics, we provide a wide range of hygiene services – to suit your oral needs and requirements – including walk in hygienists, fresh breath clinics, stain removal, orthodontic cleans, periodontal treatment and interdental & flossing.
Let’s take a look at each one, what they’re for and how they benefit our patients…
Walk-in hygienist
We offer a direct access to our dental hygienists. This means our dental hygienists can treat patients prior to an examination by any dentist. For many patients this is attractive as it means that they can have an appointment with a dental hygienist without having to register with a dentist and have a dental examination beforehand. If the dental hygienist feels that you would benefit from a dental examination by a dentist, you will be advised of this.
A walk-in hygienist predominantly offers the treatment of scaling and polishing your teeth. If you’ve neglected your regular dental check-ups over the last few months, a walk-in hygienist appointment may be exactly what you need to preserve and look after your oral hygiene. As well as scaling and polishing, and removing the buildup of plaque, our dental professionals will also take the opportunity to assess the current state of all your teeth. Furthermore, we’ll check for gum disease and recommend any treatments you may need. Prophy Jet Polish is also available during visits with our hygienist. This allows you to leave your treatment with a clean and fresh mouth where even the most stubborn of deposits are removed from your mouth. Using the latest Prophy-Jet air polishing system that combines water and baking soda to remove debris from your mouth. We use high pressured water to blast away soft deposits such as dental plaque. The baking soda acts as a pumice to scour off extrinsic tooth stains caused by foods, drinks or smoking
If you would like to book a hygienist appointment directly, or would like to ask any questions or queries regarding direct access, please contact the practice for more information.
Fresh Breath Clinic
Did you know that one in four adults suffer from halitosis? This is the industry terminology for bad breath. Bad breath often originates from issues in the mouth that aren’t currently being seen too. There’s a long list of reasons why this may happen. Just a few of these include smoking, gum disease and dental decay. By visiting our fresh breath clinic, you’ll walk away with the peace of mind knowing what’s causing your bad breath, with a treatment to solve the problem. You’ll now be able to speak with confidence and significantly improve your oral hygiene.
Stain Removal
Another great treatment for patients looking to better their dental hygiene in Wimbledon. Stain removal can be achieved through a routine check-up appointment when you visit our clinics. Using industry-leading tools, stains can be removed, that are often the build-up of plaque. We can provide treatment using the latest prophy jet polishing which is highly effective to removing stains and debris using an air polishing system. Teeth stains are often a result of our diets. For example, if you drink coffee on a regular basis, you’re more likely than not to have stained teeth. Flossing regularly, as well as brushing your teeth twice a day, is also an effective method for removing stains.
Ortho Clean
Do you need a thorough cleansing for your dental appliances? Whether you have braces, invisalign or any other dental appliances, it’s important to keep them bacteria-free and ready for effective use. When you visit our clinic, we’ll use industry-leading ortho clean to ensure all your appliances get the regular cleaning they need.
Periodontal Treatment
Periodontal treatment is used for the cleaning of your teeth and gums. This type of treatment is normally used on patients who are suffering from moderate to severe gum disease. If gum disease is left too long without treatment, this can result in tooth extraction and removal. By having periodontal treatment, your oral hygiene will benefit from your gums becoming significantly healthier and your teeth feeling firmer. After treatment is complete, you won’t have to worry about your gums being destroyed or bone augmentation being needed.
Flossing & interdental brushing
Flossing isn’t a commonly used technique for looking after your oral hygiene. However, if you’re looking to reinforce healthy habits and take the utmost care, we strongly recommend it. When you visit our clinic, we can complete and assist flossing with you. Flossing on a daily basis will present a whole array of benefits for oral hygiene. As well as preventing bad breath, it’s also known to be more effective than brushing alone. If you brush and floss in unison, you’ll be going that extra mile to reduce the build-up of plaque.
Flossing has traditionally been done with dental floss tape, however we also recommend flossing with an interdental brush. This is a type of flossing tool used to brush out food debris and plaque from the gaps between the teeth. We advise for optimal oral hygiene, the interdental brush should be used at least three times a week and is easily included as part of daily oral hygiene practice. Many patients do choose to use the brushes as part of their daily oral hygiene routine.
We recommend interdental brushing
The interdental brush benefits patients at Infinitidental Clinic in a wide number of ways:
Flexible, adjustable interdental brush heads
Our dental structures vary and the interdental brush is made to suit different sizes and spaces of teeth with an adjustable brush heads. The flossing brushes are available in a range of sizes from thin to thicker sizes, some smaller and some larger. We can also provide interdental brush heads that are attached to a handle that can either be removed and replaced or permanently attached.
Versatile interdental brushing
Another big factor when it comes to dental hygiene in Wimbledon is versatile interdental brushing. Many patients have a combination of their existing teeth and some form of dental restorations such as crowns and bridges. We recommend interdental brushes as they are versatile in that different brush heads may be used to clean away debris from between existing teeth and dental restorative treatments.
We believe that it is important to have a selection of brush heads to clean between teeth, tooth gaps and dental restorations. Discuss interdental brushing with our dental hygienist or dentist in Wimbledon if you have dental implants to replace missing teeth or wear an orthodontic device for teeth straightening so that you can keep your mouth clean and fresh.
Thorough Dental Hygiene Wimbledon
In our experience toothbrushes and standard flossing does not always get between all of the teeth grooves. Plaque, tartar and food debris may therefore develop in hard to reach places. Interdental brushes are shaped in such a way to reach into tooth grooves and gaps to remove plaque and debris, preventing bacterial colonization, tooth decay and unpleasant mouth smells. The brush heads are designed to clean teeth with minimal ease, moving in between and gently pushing out food debris and plaque from the teeth for proper cleaning. Our experienced dental hygienists can inform you more about using the interdental brush as an alternative to or with dental flossing.
To find out more about our full list of services for dental hygiene in Wimbledon, call our dental hygienist team today. It’s our goal and mission to help you look after your oral hygiene. Our professional dentistry team are here to help.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are many benefits to seeing a dental hygienist. Your gums form the foundation for your teeth and looking after them in the best way possible is essential to a long-term healthy mouth and smile. When you book in with us to see a dental hygienists at a time that suits you, we can identify early problems such as gum disease and tooth decay and therefore provide the relevant treatments.
No, you do not require to a book an appointment to see one of our dental hygienists and we are also available on Saturday’s. We understand that modern-day life is busy and stressful and this is why we offer the flexibility for all patients to come and check in with us at a time that suits your life best. We offer a range of dental hygiene services including polishes, stain removal and Ortho-clean.
Dental hygienists are experts in the field of prevention and treatment of gum disease & tooth decay. Bacteria and plaque builds up in the mouth on a daily basis and can lead to detrimental mouth conditions that can have a long term affect. Our dental hygienists are available to spot early signs of poor dental health and act quickly before problems escalate.
This can vary and depends on the individual. However, as a general rule of thumb, we recommend getting teeth cleaned and polished with us at least every six months. if you suffer regularly from bleeding gums and poor dental health, we recommend at least every three months so that we keep on top of your dental hygiene.
There are many factors that cause bad breath. One of the main factors that we commonly identify is the build of plaque, tartar and bacteria in the mouth. This often comes as a result of inconsistent brushing, flossing and poor dental hygiene habits. When you visit us for your dental hygiene appointment, our team can properly assess your situation and provide the necessary treatments and advice.
When you come and visit our dental hygienists, we offer scaling and polishing. These are two of the most common dental procedures intended for the prevention of gum disease and tooth decay. Our hygienists can professionally and effectively remove the calculus deposits or stains on the teeth and also smooth the teeth by applying a small amount of fluoride. Scaling and polishing is a great way to keep your teeth and gums healthy.
Here at Infinitidental Clinic, we offer direct access appointments to our dental hygienists at our practice. Direct access means that we give our patients the option to see a dental care professional without having to first see a dentists. This means that you are able to come and see our dental hygienists without going through various appointments beforehand.
Gum disease is the most common dental conditions that can have an impact on your overall smile, oral health and teeth. There are many factors that contribute towards patients developing gum disease with one of the main ones being poor dental hygiene. Failing to brush and floss daily can result in poor dental health and diet can also play a part too. Furthermore, excessive smoking is also known to make gum disease significantly worse.
Our dental hygienists are here whenever you need access to them. Our dental professionals at Infinitidental Clinic strongly believe in a preventative approach to oral health and we encourage regular hygiene visits. Depending on your current dental condition and health, you may visit us monthly initially and then come and see us every six months or so. Teamwork between you and the hygienist will establish correct dental health techniques, which in turn will help maintain healthy gums and teeth.
Patients’ needs differ and we pride ourselves on ensuring that the length of any appointment is tailored to your needs. Appointment times may vary between 30 – 45 minutes.