Hygiene Department

The hygiene department is integral to Clock Tower Dental, helping our patients maintain optimal oral health more easily and cost-effectively.

Our hygienists, Grace and Tina, are highly trained, experienced, and, most importantly, friendly and approachable. They love getting to know our patients and are always happy to discuss dental health matters.

We firmly believe dental education is important, and Grace and Tina enjoy working with our patients and passing on their knowledge. The more you understand your oral health, the more easily you can look after your mouth between dental appointments.

Understanding Why Oral Hygiene Is Important

Following a good oral hygiene routine can provide some significant benefits. When you first visit our dental practice, we can devise a custom preventive dental care plan. The plan will outline how frequently we recommend visits to our dental hygiene team.

Even if you don’t see a dentist at every appointment, our hygienists liaise closely with our dental team. If they detect any changes to your dental health, they will discuss these with our dentists, ensuring you receive additional dental care if required.

Why See a Licensed Dental Hygienist?

Regularly seeing a licensed dental hygienist is the most effective way to maintain good dental health. Potential benefits can include:

• Lower risk of cavities and periodontal disease.
• Lower risk of dental emergencies.
• Lower dental bills by reducing the risk of needing more invasive or expensive dental care.
• Lower medical bills by protecting your overall health.

Your regular visits also provide you with peace of mind.

When you receive professional dental care regularly, you know your teeth and gums are well maintained and that even if you develop any dental problems, they will most likely be minor and quicker and cheaper to treat.

The Importance of Professional Dental Cleanings

Your professional dental cleaning is vital, as our hygienist will remove all plaque and calculus gently yet thoroughly. Polishing your teeth helps them feel clean and smooth. An added benefit is that they will look a bit brighter and whiter since polishing removes some surface stains.

When you have your teeth cleaned regularly, there is a reduced risk of gum disease. This common condition can cause extensive issues and may lead to tooth loss or even affect your overall health.

Regularly removing plaque and calculus removes the bacteria that can otherwise infect and inflame gums. Otherwise, these bacteria can cause your gums to become increasingly fragile and to bleed easily. When this occurs, harmful bacteria can enter your body and create more problems with inflammation.

In addition to professional dental cleanings, our licensed hygienists can provide a range of other treatments, which include:

• Deep dental cleanings (scaling and root planing).
• Custom oral health instructions.
• Dental sealants.
• Professional fluoride applications.
• Nutritional advice.
• Dental X-rays.

How Frequently Should I Have My Teeth Cleaned Professionally?

Most people will benefit from visiting Grace or Tina every six months. However, we may recommend more frequent cleanings if you have any medical issues that increase the risk of oral disease or if we need to monitor your oral health more closely. Some people might benefit from dental cleanings every three or four months.

Dental hygiene appointments are non-invasive, inexpensive, and a simple way to protect oral and overall health.

Is it Time for Your Hygiene Appointment?

If you need to see a registered dental hygienist, contact Clock Tower Dental. Our friendly dental team can arrange for you to see Tina or Grace at a convenient time.