Dental hygienists are licensed oral healthcare professionals who deal in preventive dental health and treatment of gums. Every oral hygienist at Smile Dental Riverview is passionate about oral well-being.
According to the National Institutes of Health, 90% of adults aged 20- 64 experience tooth decay. Our professional hygienists work in close cooperation with the dentist. They help the patients maintain good oral health. Our aim is not only to protect your teeth and enhance your smile, but to keep them healthy. We do this by educating our patients in the correct ways of brushing and maintaining oral hygiene.
What is tooth decay?
Tooth decay happens when the enamel (hard surface of the tooth) gets damaged. Also known as cavity, this leads to a build-up of plaque (acid produced by a combination of food bits and saliva). Tooth decay can lead to infections, pain, loss of teeth and bad breath. Further complications can lead to fillings, removal of teeth and root canal treatment. The two main causes of tooth decay are sugary foods and lack of oral hygiene.
Role of Hygienist at Smile Dental Riverview
Our hygienists are proficient and dedicated professionals that promote oral health awareness. They keep a professional approach when treating patients with dental disorders.
A dental hygienist offers the following services:
Dental cleaning
Our hygienists perform routine dental cleanings to remove plaque and tartar, using specialized instruments. For cavities and tooth decay, they will clean and polish your teeth wiping out tough stains.
Tooth scaling
While brushing, your toothbrush cannot reach certain areas, leaving many surfaces unclean. Over time, food particles and bacteria gather to form plaque, and so requires a deep clean. A dental hygienist removes this plaque and tartar from your teeth with a scraper. This process is also known as root planing.
Dental sealants
Do you know that your teeth have grooves and pits where plaque and tartar can reside? The skilled hygienists offer preventive treatment known as dental sealants. This will protect your teeth and gums from decay and plaque.
Fluoride treatment
Our hygienists provide a variety of fluoride treatments to strengthen your enamel. The success rate of this treatment is very high, reducing cavity risk by 25%. It will boost your confidence so you can eat, laugh and speak without any trouble.
Screening process
Smile Dental Riverview really care about our patients. As part of our service, we offer a free health-check for any abnormalities to detect mouth cancer. For this, we focus on:
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The tongue
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The top and bottom of the mouth
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The inside of the cheeks
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The inside and outside of the lips
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The face and neck