The primary role of a Dental Hygienist is to help every patient achieve optimum oral health which is essential for the success of orthodontic work, restorative and cosmetic dentistry.

Hygienists assess and treat periodontal disease (disease of surrounding tooth structures) and are highly skilled at removing calculus (hardened plaque) from above and below the gum line.

Calculus is a contributory factor for periodontal disease because it produces a rough surface which harbours plaque.

Oral hygiene advice best suited to each patient is offered and the combined result of improved home care and regular visits for scaling and polishing results in a cleaner and healthier mouth.

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