Hygienist reveals huge health benefits of regular check-ups

Think the only reason your dentist chases you for regular hygiene appointments is keeping the tooth fairy happy? Wait…Before sending them to voicemail, take a read of this. Our cheery hygienist Flavia spills the tea on the huge health benefits you could be missing out on. From looking after your lungs to plaque control – your dental hygienist could be the doctor you didn’t know you needed in your life.

What Exactly Happens At A Hygiene Check-up?

Sounds a bit scary, hey? Many people feel a bit intimidated about the idea of a hygiene appointment. The thing is, it’s actually a lot nicer than it sounds. Think of it as a holiday for your mouth. You lay down, relax and let the hygienist do their thing. Firstly they assess your gum health, making sure everything looks healthy. They then remove the stuff you cannot remove at home with regular brushing. This includes plaque that can harden into tartar. Then comes the best bit, cleaning and polishing. This removes any stains that may have built up, coffee lovers rejoice. “We then provide tailored oral hygiene advice, so our patients can maintain their brightest, healthiest smiles at home. I love to encourage and motivate my patients to brush and floss daily – those simple habits make all the difference in keeping teeth and gums strong” Flavia says.

What Are The Big Benefits Of Seeing Your Hygienist?

You may not realise quite how much magic goes down in your hygiene appointment. Visiting your dental hygienist (especially lovely ones like Flavia) will be something you look forward to after reading these.

Disease Screening

Did you know your hygiene appointment goes beyond checking your teeth? “Our thorough oral health screening looks at your whole mouth, detecting and preventing the development of disease” Flavia says. Those diseases include gum disease and even oral cancer. Regular hygiene visits give you peace of mind you are actively taking care of your mouth and scanning for any potential problems.

Removing Nasty Bacteria

Checking in with your hygienist has approval from your lungs. “Removing nasty bacteria from your mouth prevents it reaching your lungs causing respiratory problems” Flavia says. This is a breath of fresh air for those who suffer with regular coughs and colds, giving your immune system a boost. It also prevents inflammation of the gums releasing bacteria into the blood stream which can inflame the lung lining. So you know you are keeping your lungs happy every time you hop on the chair.

Lovely Fresh Breath

We’ve all had a bit too much garlic and been ‘breath shy’ the next day. However, bad breath can be a consistent problem for many people. This can seriously affect your self esteem and zap the joy out of socialising. “Good dental hygiene can massively help freshen breath and boost your confidence” Flavia says. “We have a secret weapon against bad breath – the prophyflex airpolisher cuts through the worse of stains resulting in a beyond fresh feeling you can only get at loveteeth”

That Post Hygiene High

Doing something good for yourself simply feels good. A bit like your gym workout takes care of your body and eating five a day looks after your gut – regular hygiene takes care of your teeth. “I love the way my clients leave the clinic with that post hygiene high – bouncing off into their days with a brighter smile” Flavia says. Having a fresh, bright smile sounds like something to feel good about.

So, How Often Should You Really See The Hygienist?

How often you see your dental hygienist really depends on you. Once every six months is recommended for most people. However if experiencing gum disease, wearing braces or you have dental implants every three months may be better. Your hygienist can give you a customised dental plan to make sure your teeth, smile and peace of mind is taken care of. Dental clinics like Loveteeth provide hygiene memberships including friendly reminders and reducing costs. Why not treat yourself (or even the whole family) to a year of sparkling smiles?

To Recap

Regular visits to your hygienist can do heaps more for your health than you might think. From preventing gum disease, blocking respiratory infections to keeping your breath fresh. It is best to aim for an appointment every three to six months depending on your dental needs. They do not have to be expensive, popular clinics like LoveTeeth provide hygiene memberships working out as little as £7 a pop. So you can keep your mouth healthy and smile sparkling all year.

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