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Hygiene appointment

What happens during a hygiene appointment?

A hygiene appointment plays an important role in keeping your teeth and gums healthy. While brushing and flossing at home are essential, there are areas of the mouth that are difficult to clean effectively without professional help.

Regular hygiene visits help remove plaque and tartar, reduce the risk of gum disease and keep your mouth feeling fresh.

Checking your gum health

At the start of your appointment we will assess the health of your gums.

This may include checking:

  • signs of inflammation
  • areas where plaque is building up
  • how well your gums fit around the teeth

Understanding your gum health allows us to tailor your treatment and home care advice.

Removing plaque and tartar at a hygiene appointment

Plaque forms naturally on teeth throughout the day. If it is not removed regularly it can harden into tartar, which cannot be removed with a toothbrush.

During your hygiene appointment we carefully remove plaque and tartar from the teeth and along the gum line.

This process helps reduce the bacteria that can cause gum disease.

Cleaning and polishing the teeth at a hygiene appointment

Once the teeth are clean, they are usually polished to remove surface stains and leave the teeth feeling smooth.

This can help improve the appearance of your smile and make it more difficult for plaque to stick to the teeth.

Personalised home care advice

One of the most valuable parts of a hygiene appointment is advice tailored to you.

We may show you:

  • improved brushing techniques
  • how to clean effectively between the teeth
  • which brushes or interdental aids may suit you best

Small changes to your daily routine can make a significant difference to your oral health.

How often should you visit?

The ideal frequency of hygiene appointments varies between patients.

Some people benefit from visits every six months, while others may need to attend more frequently depending on their gum health.

We will recommend the most suitable interval for you during your examination.

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Yes - at Evolve, we are proud to offer a wheelchair friendly practice so all patients can feel comfortable and supported when visiting us.

In this short video, we answer one of the questions we’re often asked and highlight how we aim to make dental visits as accessible and welcoming as possible.

If you have any questions before your appointment, our reception team will always be happy to help.

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In this video, Jessica explains how professional teeth whitening works and why the aim is always to achieve a result that still looks natural.

Whitening lifts staining and brightens your smile, but the final result still reflects the natural colour and character of your teeth.

If you’re thinking about teeth whitening, our team can talk you through the options and help you achieve a brighter, healthy-looking smile.

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We are currently accepting new patients at Evolve.

If you’re looking for modern dental care in a friendly, patient-focused practice, we would love to welcome you.

Our team provides a wide range of dental treatments in a relaxed environment, with a focus on long-term oral health and natural-looking results. We’re proud to be a multi award-winning practice, and everything we do is centred around putting patients first.

We also offer finance options to help make treatment more manageable.

If you’ve been thinking about joining a new dental practice, now is a great time to get started.

📍 Evolve Dentistry, Portishead
📞 Contact our reception team on 01275 842550

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