Prevention of dental disease forms a strong part of our ethos at Open Dental with our Dental Hygienist, Naila, an important member of our team. With the right advice and care implemented at the start of your dental care we know your dental treatment will last much longer and serve you well throughout life.
A healthy, clean, white smile will also help you feel more confident and help guide you to better general health as well.
To make your dental hygiene appointment please call reception on 020 7112 5353
Most adults experience some form of gum disease during their life and it varies from a mild gingivitis to a severe rapidly progressive periodontal disease which will lead to loss of teeth if left untreated.
Assessment of gum health is carried out both by our dentist and our dental hygienist. They will assess the current health of our gums and the past history and then decide on a plan for prevention. Everyone is different and our team will provide you with a personalised preventive plan to ensure your gums not only improve but stay that way.
You will be shown how to maintain your gum health between appointments and we will encourage you to follow the plan, adjusting it as necessary at further appointments.
Naila uses gentle techniques to suit you with the use of a sonic machine and hand instruments to provide an effective and thorough clean. She can also use the Airflow Polisher which can “jet wash” your teeth with a mixture of water and bicarbonate to really brighten and remove tough stains from your teeth.
We want to make you dental visit a relaxing experience so our hygiene room can provide mood lightening, noise cancelling headphones with entertainment such as Netflix and Amazon Prime.
Professional hygiene goes further than brushing alone ever can. Our specialist hygienist removes the calculus, plaque and staining that builds up over time; protecting your gums, freshening your breath and leaving your teeth noticeably cleaner at every visit.
Per year provides best results
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In our membership plan
per year provides best results
180+ Google rating
In our membership plan
Even the most dedicated brusher misses areas. Calculus — the hardened mineral deposit that forms from plaque — cannot be removed by a toothbrush. Once it builds up on and below the gum line, it becomes a direct cause of gum disease, which is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults.
Our specialist hygienist, Naila, removes calculus, disrupts bacterial plaque and clears staining that brushing leaves behind. The result is a genuinely clean mouth — and importantly, the information and techniques you need to maintain it between visits.
A thorough, personalised appointment — not a rushed scale and polish. Here's exactly what to expect.
Naila assesses the health of your gums, checks pocket depths and identifies any areas of concern or early gum disease that need attention or referral.
Using specialist instruments, Naila carefully removes calculus from above and below the gum line — the deposits that brushing simply cannot shift and that drive gum disease.
A professional polish removes surface staining from tea, coffee, red wine and tobacco — leaving your teeth visibly cleaner and your breath noticeably fresher.
Naila will show you exactly where your routine is missing and demonstrate the most effective techniques for brushing, flossing and interdental cleaning for your specific mouth.
The benefits go well beyond a cleaner feeling. Regular professional hygiene protects your teeth, gums and overall health in ways that matter long-term.
Gum disease is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults. Regular hygiene removes the calculus that causes it — keeping your teeth for life, not just for now.
Persistent bad breath is almost always caused by bacteria below the gum line. A professional clean removes the source of the problem, not just the symptoms.
Coffee, tea, red wine and tobacco leave surface staining that brushing alone cannot shift. A polish after your scale leaves your teeth visibly cleaner and brighter.
Gum disease is linked to an increased risk of heart disease, stroke and diabetes. Looking after your gums is genuinely looking after your whole body.
A hygiene appointment costs a fraction of the restorative treatment that unchecked gum disease eventually leads to. Prevention is always the better investment.
Naila shows you exactly where your routine is missing and demonstrates the most effective techniques for your specific teeth — making every brush more effective.
Gum disease (periodontal disease) affects the majority of UK adults to some degree — and most don't know they have it. It progresses painlessly in its early stages, which is precisely what makes it so damaging.
By the time symptoms become obvious, significant damage to the bone supporting the teeth may already have occurred. The good news is that when caught early, gum disease responds well to professional hygiene treatment and improved home care.
Our hygiene appointments are priced clearly and include everything — assessment, scaling, polishing and home care advice. No hidden additions.
If you're attending regularly, our membership plan includes hygiene appointments as part of your monthly fee alongside your check-ups — making it the most cost-effective way to stay on top of your oral health.
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For patients with active gum disease or heavier calculus build-up
The questions we hear most often from patients about their hygiene appointments — answered honestly.
Verified patient reviews from Google
"I have seen both dentists and the hygienist at this practice and all are excellent and extremely patient. Infact all the staff here are friendly, professional and helpful. In London it can prove difficult to get a prompt appointment at a dentist but I have not had that problem here. I would highly recommend."
"Dr May is an exceptional doctor and person. During my first appointment she took the time to make a comprehensive assessment of my condition and explained in details the possible treatments. A week later I had my very first wisdom tooth extraction, which she handled very smoothly and professionally. "
"Wonderful practice. Friendly, gentle staff, good availability and generally running on time. Relaxing atmosphere and compassionate practitioners. Great for nervous patients! Only downside is making appointments could be made a bit more efficient. "
Regular professional hygiene is one of the most effective things you can do for your long-term oral health. Book an appointment with our specialist hygienist and feel the difference.
