Prevention & Hygiene
Healthy teeth start with prevention.
Regular preventive care and professional hygiene help keep your teeth and gums healthy, and allow us to identify potential dental problems earlier — before they become bigger concerns.
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Why Prevention Matters
Maintains Healthy Teeth & Gums
Helps support strong teeth and healthy gums.
Removes Plaque & Tartar
Helps prevent the buildup of plaque and hardened tartar.
Supports Gum Health
Helps reduce the risk of gum issues and inflammation.
Identifies Problems Earlier
Potential issues can be detected and treated sooner.
Improves Daily Oral Hygiene
Personal guidance for better habits at home.
Protects Your Dental Work
Helps maintain restorations like crowns, veneers, bridges and more.
Prevention & Hygiene Services
What Happens During Your Visit?
Assessment
Your teeth, gums and existing restorations are carefully assessed.
Professional Cleaning
Plaque, tartar and surface deposits are professionally removed as needed.
Personal Guidance
You receive practical advice to help maintain good oral hygiene at home.
Follow-up
When appropriate, we recommend follow-up care or further assessment.
Protect the Smile You've Invested In
If you have veneers, crowns, bridges, composite restorations or other dental work, regular professional care and good daily hygiene are essential to help maintain their appearance and longevity. We're here to help you keep your smile healthy and beautiful.
Limitations and realistic expectations
- Preventive care reduces the chance of problems but does not rule them out. Decay and gum disease can occur even with good care.
- Cleaning at the practice does not replace daily care at home; most of the result is achieved at home.
- Existing damage — decay, bone loss, receded gums — is not undone by cleaning.
- How often check-ups and cleaning are needed differs from person to person; there is no single interval that is right for everyone.
Aftercare and maintenance
- Brush twice daily for two minutes with fluoride toothpaste.
- Clean between the teeth daily, with floss or interdental brushes.
- Attend at the interval agreed for you, including when you have no symptoms.
- Report bleeding gums, sensitivity or a changed bite rather than waiting it out.
- Do you grind or clench, or notice wear on your teeth? Mention it at your check-up; a custom night guard may help protect your teeth and restorations.
When something needs repairing or protecting
Prevention lowers the chance of problems but cannot rule them out. More about the treatments that may then come up — from repair to protection against teeth grinding:
Not sure what to do next?
Answer a few questions about your concern, your gums or your smile. You will see which appointment fits and what you can discuss with us.
Severe pain, swelling or an accident? Call the practice straight away: 020 619 9397
About 2 minutes · no registration · free
Frequently Asked Questions
A few quick answers before you reach out.
Have Questions or Want to Schedule an Appointment?
We're here to help you maintain a healthy, confident smile. Get in touch with our team — we'd be happy to assist you.