Dental Hygienist in Glasgow: Hygiene and Gum Health
Professional cleaning, air polishing and gum treatment with our dental therapists, Bronagh O'Dowd and Anisha Pariyarath. The foundation of every healthy smile.
Hygiene visit £70, or £100 with air polishing. Included in dental plans.
What Happens at a Hygiene Visit
Usually 30 minutes, or 60 for a deep clean.
Gum Check
We measure your gums and look for early signs of gum disease.
Scaling
Tartar is removed from above and just below the gum line.
Air Polishing
Airflow lifts plaque and stain with warm water, air and fine powder.
Your Plan at Home
We show you exactly what to focus on, and which brushes to use.
Gentler, Faster, Brighter
Air polishing, often known by the brand name Airflow, uses a fine stream of warm water, air and powder instead of a gritty paste. It removes plaque and stain gently, reaches around implants, bridges and braces, and most people find it more comfortable.
Included in every hygiene visit on our dental plans.
Treatment for Gum Disease
When gum disease has reached the bone, we treat it in stages with deep cleaning below the gum line.
Signs You Need a Hygiene Visit
Gum disease is often painless in its early stages, so regular visits matter even when nothing hurts.
Bleeding Gums
Bleeding when you brush or floss is the most common early sign of gum inflammation.
Bad Breath
Breath that doesn't freshen with brushing can come from plaque below the gum line.
Tartar Build-Up
Hardened plaque can't be brushed away and needs professional cleaning.
Receding Gums
Teeth that look longer, or feel sensitive at the gum line.
Implants, Bridges and Braces
They need extra care to keep the gum around them healthy.
Pregnancy
Hormone changes can make gums swollen and more likely to bleed.
Looking After Your Gums
Your Gums and Your General Health
Gum disease is linked with diabetes: each can make the other harder to control. Keeping your gums healthy is part of looking after your health, not just your teeth.
If you have diabetes, are pregnant, or take medicines that affect your gums, tell us. We'll suggest how often to come in.
Fees
Hygiene visits with air polishing are included in our dental plans, from £24.10 a month.
| Hygiene visit, 30 minutes | £70 (included in your plan) |
| Hygiene visit with air polishing | £100 (included in your plan) |
| Deep clean, 60 minutes | £130 (£117 members) |
| Periodontal therapy, per stage | £100 (£90 members) |
| Air polishing add-on | £30 (included in your plan) |
Questions People Ask
More in our hygiene guides.
Hygiene Guides
Book Your Hygiene Visit
With Bronagh O'Dowd or Anisha Pariyarath, our dental therapists.