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A key part of that is excellent oral hygiene. Good oral hygiene habits can help prevent the need for further treatment by limiting the build-up of plaque and inhibiting tooth decay.
What is dental hygiene?
Keeping your teeth and gums clean and healthy is a crucial aspect of dental care. Maintaining good oral hygiene improves the condition and appearance of your teeth. Your dental hygienist can advise you on the best practises for good dental hygiene at home. We also offer Airflow® tooth polishing to help you achieve optimum levels of cleanliness.
How can I improve my dental hygiene?
Everyone is unique, but there are several ways we can improve our dental hygiene:
What is the role of a dental hygienist?
A dental hygienist can advise you on all aspects of your oral hygiene, as well as identifying specific issues like a build-up of plaque or inflammation in your gums. Your hygienist can also give you tips on your brushing technique or any other necessary modifications to your regular dental hygiene routine.
If you wear braces or a bonded retainer, you may need to use special cleaning equipment or techniques to maintain your oral health. In this case, your dental hygienist will offer specific cleaning advice that can help limit the build-up of plaque around the device.
What are the benefits of dental hygiene?
Maintaining good dental hygiene will keep your natural teeth healthier for longer. A build-up of plaque or tartar on your teeth can lead to tooth decay, gum recession or gum infection. If left untreated, these problems can progress to tooth loss.
Good oral hygiene can also extend the life of any prosthetic teeth you might have. In addition, keeping up your oral hygiene may improve your social interactions by avoiding common causes of bad breath and keeping your smile looking brighter and healthier.
How can regular visits to a dental practice help my dental hygiene?
By visiting a dentist every six months, you will receive a thorough examination of your oral health. Your dentist can address any dental or hygiene issues you may have, give you preventative advice and refer to you to a hygienist for professional cleaning
At Platinum Dental Care, we prioritise preventative dentistry and strive to help both children and adults practice good dental hygiene habits to promote lasting oral health.
I would like to express my gratitude to Platinum, and in particular, Dr. Christina Isorna, for the prompt care I received for my recent ailment. Throughout my treatment, I required several additional follow-up appointments as my condition required extra attention. Dr. Christina graciously made time…
I completed my teeth straightening treatment with Invisalign. I am very happy with the results and a big thanks to Dr Sarika Shah for all her help. Also I successfully improved dramatically my gums health with hygiene recommendations and treatments thanks go to Cat. A…
I can’t fault this practice! Everyone is so caring and friendly. My experience here has been so different to dentists I’ve visited previously... The team here are so genuine and nice, I actually look forward seeing them! Really wanted to shout out the amazing reception…
Platinum Dental Care is easily the friendliest, most professional and highest quality dentist in London. The whole team consistently does everything they can to make sure you get the best treatment possible. Their communication about appointments is always excellent and the practice is a warm…
I found Platinum Dental Care after relocating while mid-way on an implant treatment. Dr Marios was very patient and diligent on making it all work to perfection. And Dr Patel was amazing at finding and fixing issues before they became a problem. The practice is…
I’ve had my invisalign and composite bonding here and I am very happy with the results. From the reception staff to the clinicians, (special mention to Kate) everyone has been amazing and so friendly. Thank you for helping me achieve the smile I’ve always wanted.…
Sarika is the best dentist. I have been with her for 2 years and cannot be happier with my teeth now
I had been dreading going to the dentist for three years because of anxiety. During that time, I had problematic gums with bleeding, redness, and swelling. It got worse when a gross-looking pus appeared on my front gum, which severely affected my confidence. So, I…
I recently had an exceptional experience at Platinum Dental Care. From the moment I walked in, I was impressed by the welcoming atmosphere. Dr. Shandy, in particular, stood out with her incredible patience and professionalism. She took the time to explain every step of my…
I highly recommend this practice. I had my appointment with the hygienist Ms Bea, and I couldn’t be more satisfied. My gum was bleeding, inflamed, and had a lot of tartar, but she managed to fix everything in 2 sessions. She also gave me excellent…
Wonderful team providing wonderful smiles. I had noticed years ago that some of my teeth were twisting (age thing), but never realised that this could be fixed. The first dentist I found, told me that one particular tooth just could not be saved and declared…
Dr Ronak and Nadia Begum have been great since I've joined Platinum. They are very personable and do seem to really care. I feel in very safe and professional hands!
From making the appointment through to treatment the whole experience was beyond pleasant experience. The reception staff are very friendly and welcoming and Dr Sarika Shah is so polite and respectful. She had treated me with great dignity. I have never had such a thorough…
Been going to this practice for a year and have my dental health significantly improved. The staff are amazing including the dentists, the receptionists and the nurses. The price is on the higher side but the staff are very transparent with the pricing and you…
Last year I made the decision to start Invisalign treatment with Platinum Dental and it is one of the best decisions I have ever made. From the initial consultation to completion of the treatment Dr Sarika Shah was amazing at guiding me through the whole…
Wow! Dr Shah is an absolutely incredible dentist, and Platinum is an exceptional practice. I went to Dr Shah with severe TMD (causing extreme pain in my jaw, difficulty chewing many foods, and very limited ability to open my mouth). Over the last year of…
This practice was recommended to me by two friends and I can say that it is the best practice I have been to. The team make you so comfortable and explain clearly everything. They have the best technology to make things easier and up to…
The service I received from Dr. Christina Suarez was 10/10. She was so helpful and brilliant throughout my treatment that I decided for her to also do my mothers dental work. Her work was brilliant, impeccable, and of high standards. I highly recommend her for…
I am really happy with the service provided. Consultation, filling replacement and crown replacement in multiple visits plus one session with dental hygienist - all was great. Everyone was friendly, from reception staff to dentist and nurse. I was impressed by advances of modern dentistry…
Recently finished my Invisalign with platinum dental care and could not recommend them enough. Since the beginning Dr Shah and Antonia in particular have been so invested in my treatment, supporting with all my silly questions and accommodating my concerns. They have worked with me…
My experience with Platinum Dental Care has been 10/10. I just finished my Porcelain Veneers treatment, and Dr Cristina Suarez and her team have been impeccable every step of the way. She explained everything well, answered my questions and put me at ease. I am…
As someone who neglected their dental care for a long time I had been extremely nervous and putting off going to the dentist for years. When you know you may have a way to go to get to a good place it can be scary.…
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