Good dental hygiene is about much more than keeping your smile in good shape, it plays an essential role in supporting your overall health. At Dentistry on Gipsy Hill, we believe prevention is key, and maintaining healthy teeth and gums helps protect against wider health issues linked to poor oral care.
When bacteria build up in the mouth, it can lead to gum disease. Left untreated, this condition not only affects your teeth but can also increase risks of heart disease, diabetes complications, and even respiratory problems. Visiting a dental hygienist regularly ensures that plaque and tartar are kept under control, reducing the chances of inflammation and infections that could impact your wider health. Research has also shown strong links between oral health and systemic conditions. This is why regular check-ups with a dentist in Crystal Palace and hygiene appointments are so important—they don’t just maintain your smile, they help protect your body too.
Even with daily brushing and flossing, it’s not always possible to reach every area where plaque can build up. Ideally, you should use interdental brushes, which are more effective than floss for cleaning between teeth and removing plaque. Over time, plaque can harden into tartar, which only a professional cleaning can remove. That’s where seeing a dental hygienist makes all the difference.
At Dentistry on Gipsy Hill, we offer two hygiene appointment options tailored to your needs:
Ideal for patients who want a more intensive clean or have a history of gum disease or complex dental treatments. This option is also recommended for those with staining from tea, coffee, red wine, or smoking.
Ultrasonic Cleanse: Quick and comfortable removal of plaque and tartar
AirFlow Stain Removal: A powerful polishing treatment to tackle surface stains
Polishing Paste: Leaves teeth feeling cleaner and less prone to buildup
Fluoride Treatment: Strengthens enamel and reduces sensitivity
Oral Health Coaching: Tailored advice on brushing, flossing, and diet
Standard Hygiene Appointment – £89
A great choice for patients with good oral health who simply want to maintain their results with regular cleaning.
Ultrasonic Cleanse: Effective plaque and tartar removal
Polishing Paste: A light polish for a fresh finish
Fluoride Treatment (if needed): Extra protection against decay
Advice & Prevention Tips: Guidance to help maintain results at home
By scheduling regular visits with a dentist in Crystal Palace and following up with your hygiene appointments, you’re not only protecting your teeth and gums but also reducing the risks of wider health issues linked to oral infections.
Our team at Dentistry on Gipsy Hill is here to support you with personalised care. Whether you’re booking a dental hygienist appointment for a deep clean or maintaining a healthy routine with a standard session, every visit is an investment in your health and wellbeing.
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