Dental Hygienist Portsmouth
Enhance your oral health and protect your smile with a dental hygiene cleaning from Damira Portsmouth Dental Practice.
Our 2 Portsmouth practices
Each Damira practice offers NHS and private care. Pick the one closest to home, work, or the school run.
Dental hygiene appointments in Portsmouth
Regular dental hygiene appointments are recommended as a preventative approach to many common oral health problems. In particular, smokers, those suffering from gum disease, and those about to start cosmetic treatment can benefit from this type of dental appointment. Adding 1-2 dental hygiene appointments to your schedule, alongside dental checkups, can help to prevent oral health problems before they arise.
Dental hygienists primarily carry out scale and polish treatments, which are essential for removing all traces and plaque and bacteria from the teeth. They can also advise patients on how to care for their teeth at home and answer questions you might have about cosmetic or restorative treatment options. Following a dental hygiene appointment, your mouth will feel fresh and clean, surface stains will be removed, and your breath will be fresh. You don’t need a dentist’s referral to book a private dental hygiene treatment with Damira Portsmouth Dental Practice.
The importance of professional cleaning
Even with daily brushing and flossing, there will be parts of your mouth that you cannot reach. Over time, plaque build up can harden into tartar deposits, and the bacteria can lead to inflammation in the gums. Left untreated, this can lead to gum disease, even with daily brushing. The only way to break the cycle and prevent further damage is with a professional dental hygiene cleaning, also known as a scale and polish.
This may be carried out with traditional tools, or we can use the modern Airflow polishing system, which uses a high powdered stream of air, water and fine particles to gently buff the surface of the teeth clean. It is very effective for cleaning along the gum line and in other hard to reach areas such as between the teeth. It’s one of the most effective treatments for preventing gum disease and tooth decay. It can also leave you with a brighter and whiter smile if you have surface staining.
What to expect during your appointment
Your dental hygiene appointment will be completely customised to your needs to ensure that you can maximise your time in the chair. We’ll start with an examination of your teeth and gums to look for the early telltale signs of dental problems. We’ll also ask you questions about how you care for your teeth at home to build a more complete picture of your oral health. We’ll then complete a comprehensive cleaning, focusing on problem areas.
You can choose between a traditional scale and polish or upgrade to the modern Airflow polishing system. You’ll also have a chance to ask questions about cosmetic or restorative treatments you might be considering. If you are a very nervous patient, this can be the ideal way to build your confidence while also caring for your oral health. If you have been neglecting your oral health for some time, a dental hygiene appointment is the perfect way to hit ‘reset’.
Finance Options
We offer flexible finance options to help spread the cost of your treatments.
Damira Payment Plans
Damira Payment Plans members get access to prepaid treatments and exclusive offers.
