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Dental Hygiene

The importance of good oral hygiene

Dental Hygiene

The importance of good oral hygiene

The most effective way to protect your teeth, remove plaque and maintain healthy gums is also the easiest- by regularly visiting our hygienist.

Plaque is one of the biggest threats to your oral and overall health. If it’s not removed it will build up and your teeth may decay and your gums become inflamed (gingivitis). This buildup will also stain your enamel, cause bad breath and bleeding of the gums.

Even those who practice good oral hygiene are at risk. In fact, nearly 90% of adults will experience some level of gum disease at least once in their lifetime.

The importance of good oral hygiene

Not only will you love the cleaner, smoother feel of your teeth and gums, regular visits can also:

  • Help prevent gum disease- Gum disease can be treated, stopped and even reversed by regular professional cleaning
  • Improve your overall health- Plaque and poor oral health have been linked to other diseases such as diabetes, respiratory problems and heart disease
  • Give you a whiter and brighter smile
  • Prevent bad breath- Halitosis can be caused by bacteria under the gumline, where only a dental professional can clean
  • Prevent oral cancer- during your visit we screen for oral cancer and advise you on risk factors. If detected early, oral cancer is highly curable.
  • Stop your gums from bleeding
  • Help you keep the teeth you have- Gum disease is a major cause of tooth loss. Removing plaque regularly will help prevent it.

The Process

Boost Your Self-Confidence with a Healthy Smile

When you visit your friendly North Hill Dental hygienist they will work together with your dentist to find the best treatment for you.

When you visit your friendly North Hill Dental hygienist they will work together with your dentist to find the best treatment for you.

Along with removing stains caused by coffee, tea, wine and tobacco, your hygienist will make a thorough assessment of your overall oral health. They will also show you how to improve your daily hygiene by using interdental brushes, flossing and effective brushing techniques.

Airflow Hygiene

Airflow effectively treats and manages gum problems whilst effectively removing stains, discolourations and plaque from the teeth.

Good dental hygiene means healthier teeth and gums and helps to reduce dental plaque build-up. But sometimes a traditional scale and polish isn’t always enough.

Airflow uses a gentle yet high-pressure jet that combines water, compressed air and fine calcium carbonate powder designed to go beyond the surface, cleaning those hard-to-reach area and tackling years of discoloration, tartar and plaque build-up from coffee, tobacco, red wine, and more.

Say goodbye to the frustration of a less-than-perfect smile and hello to a brighter, healthier you!

Children's Hygiene

A Big Adventure for Your Little Ones

At North Hill Dental we believe dental health is an important habit that should start at an early age to encourage a lifelong habit.

We understand, however, that visiting the dentist can be scary for everyone- but especially children.

The caring team at North Hill Dental are experts at explaining to your child exactly what they can expect- in terms your child will understand. They will also teach them basic dental care in an interesting and engaging way that will encourage them to develop healthy habits that will last a lifetime.

Our locations

North Hill

North Hill Dental
46 North Hill Colchester
Essex, CO1 1PY

Layer Road

North Hill Dental Layer Road 172 Layer Road. Colchester, CO2 9LA