General Dentistry

Complete Dental Hygiene

Southwell Dental Care

Discover Dental Hygiene
at Southwell Dental Care

Many patients think a hygiene visit is the same as an NHS “scale and polish” — but our care goes much further. Each appointment includes a detailed assessment of your gum health, deep professional cleaning, and personalised guidance to help prevent future problems.

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benefits

Why Patients Value Hygiene Care

  • Fresher breath and cleaner feeling teeth
  • Healthier gums and reduced inflammation
  • Personalised cleaning plans to suit your needs
  • Prevention of gum disease and tooth loss
  • Brighter, more confident smile

Dental Hygiene

At a glance

Time:

30–60 minutes depending on treatment

Price:

From £xx

Appointments:

Usually every 3–6 months

Comfort:

Gentle, refreshing, and minimally invasive

Suitability:

Ideal for anyone wanting healthier gums, fresher breath, and a brighter smile

Southwell Dental Care

Experience

Our private hygiene treatments focus on both comfort and results. We remove stubborn plaque, tartar, and stains while monitoring your gum health closely. Some patients need more frequent visits, others less — we tailor your care based on what’s right for you.

Precision & Care

Unlike a quick NHS “scale and polish,” our hygiene appointments provide deeper cleaning using advanced ultrasonic equipment and gentle hand scaling. We take time to reach areas brushing can’t, helping you achieve healthier gums and lasting freshness.

Your needs

Hygiene care helps manage bleeding gums, plaque build-up, bad breath, gum disease, and surface staining. We’ll recommend how often to visit depending on your gum condition and oral health goals.

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Southwell dental care team

Why choose us

Our hygienists are known for their friendly, educational approach. We focus on prevention and patient comfort, helping you understand what’s happening in your mouth and how to maintain your results at home.

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Patient journey step one

Your Initial
Consultation

Your hygiene visit begins with an evaluation of your gum health, plaque levels, and any areas of sensitivity. We talk through your current routine and lifestyle to understand how to best support your long-term gum and tooth health.

Patient journey step two

Your Treatment Plan

Your personalised plan may include scaling, polishing, Airflow therapy, gum therapy, or adjusted hygiene intervals. Everything is delivered gently to give you a cleaner, fresher smile while protecting long-term gum stability.

Patient journey step three

Your Aftercare

We offer tailored advice on brushing technique, interdental cleaning, and lifestyle adjustments to prolong your results. With regular hygiene visits, you can maintain fresher breath, healthier gums, and a brighter smile.

faqs

Your questions answered

An NHS “scale and polish” is a basic clean, while a hygiene appointment is a comprehensive treatment for gum health — including deeper cleaning, advice, and personalised care.

It varies — some patients need appointments every 3 months, others once or twice a year. We’ll recommend what’s best based on your gum health.

No. Our hygienists are gentle and can use numbing gel if needed to ensure full comfort.

Yes. Regular appointments help remove bacteria and plaque that brushing alone can’t, preventing inflammation and gum disease

It removes surface stains, making your teeth look naturally brighter. For further whitening, we offer professional options.

Yes — daily brushing and flossing are essential. Our hygiene visits enhance your efforts for the best results.

Yes. Early visits help build positive habits and protect developing teeth.

Many dental plans include hygiene care. We’ll explain your options clearly.

Suitability

IS HYGIENE RIGHT FOR YOU?

If you’re unsure whether you need a hygiene visit, book an appointment. Our hygienists will assess your gum health and recommend a plan that fits your needs perfectly.

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reviews

Welcoming!

“What a lovely friendly atmosphere. Treated so well welcoming. Lovely girls on reception and Sam Banna did a great job to repair my chipped tooth plus I was happy with the price for my emergency appt £27 for appt and tooth repair. Thank you all soo much.”

– Elaine

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