It’s no secret that clean teeth are the key to great oral health. However, even if you’re sticking by your brushing routine and flossing every day, it’s still important to regularly pay a visit to the hygienist. Here are five of our top reasons for getting down to the hygienist.
Healthy gums
Cleaning your gums is a key part of maintaining your oral health and should be a part of everybody’s daily dental routine. Even so, sometimes it’s best to be extra safe with a trip to your hygienist. A professional will be able to spot any of those early signs of gum disease, as well as preventing it by assessing your overall gum health and supplying you with the right treatment. Ultimately, if your gums are unhealthy, it won’t be long until your teeth are too.
Fresh breath
Otherwise known as halitosis, bad breath can shatter self-confidence. There are a variety of reasons for bad breath – including poor diet and dental hygiene – but one reason can be food stuck in your teeth. If left, bad bacteria can thrive, resulting in bad breath. A hygienist can give your mouth a proper deep clean, as well as a tailored cleaning plan, helping you start again with your dental hygiene.
White teeth
Who doesn’t want a sparkling smile? While teeth whitening is an option for many people, you don’t always need this treatment to achieve bright white teeth. Hygiene is key for stopping your teeth from yellowing, as well as an improved diet and less consumption of alcohol and fizzy drinks. If you want a deep clean, a hygienist can help you remove any stains and deposits that inevitably build up over a period of time.
Stop oral cancer
While boosting your self-esteem by whitening your teeth and cleaning up your breath is undeniably important, the hygienist can have a much more important role to play. It’s predicted that 60,000 people in the UK will be diagnosed with mouth cancer within the next decade, but the best way to stop its development is by an early diagnosis. Hygienists specialise in looking for those early signs and will be on the lookout every time you pay them a visit.
Ultimately, hygienists can help boost your oral health in a wide variety of ways. Whether you’re looking to give your appearance a boost or spot those early signs of gum disease or cancer, you’ll never regret a trip to the hygienists. Get in touch with us today and book your appointment.
