Dental hygiene in Sheffield
Professional hygiene appointments to keep your teeth clean, your breath fresh, and your gums healthy for life.
Lasting clean
Fresher breath
Healthier gums
What is dental hygiene?
Dental hygiene is about much more than just cleaning your teeth. It’s a vital part of keeping your whole mouth healthy – removing stubborn plaque, targeting hidden bacteria, and helping you avoid problems like gum disease, decay, and bad breath.
The role of dental hygiene
- Removing plaque and tartar – Even with great brushing, hardened deposits build up – hygiene removes what you can’t reach at home.
- Preventing gum disease – Regular hygiene appointments help stop inflammation, bleeding gums and long-term gum damage.
- Tackling bad breath – Bacteria hiding around the gumline are a common cause – hygiene treatment gets rid of them.
- Improving stain and colour – We gently lift surface stains from coffee, tea, or smoking for a fresher, cleaner smile.
- Supporting long-term oral health – Consistent hygiene care reduces the risk of tooth loss, fillings, and more complex treatments later on.
Want a cleaner, healthier smile? Book a hygiene visit and feel the difference straight away.
Benefits of regular hygiene visits
Hygiene appointments are one of the easiest, most effective ways to care for your smile.
They help prevent problems early, so you need less dental work down the line.
You’ll leave feeling fresher, cleaner and more confident about your breath.
Gentle stain removal gives your smile a subtle but visible boost – no whitening needed.
They protect your gums, which are the foundation for healthy teeth at any age.
Tailored home care advice
Gentle care for sensitive mouths
Brighter, cleaner teeth in 30 mins
Tailored home care advice
Gentle care for sensitive mouths
What happens at a hygiene appointment – and why it matters
When you come in for a hygiene visit, you’ll be looked after by one of our experienced hygienists. First, we’ll chat through your current routine and any concerns – whether it’s bleeding gums, sensitive areas, or just wanting to feel fresher day-to-day. Then we’ll assess your gums and clean carefully around the teeth, removing plaque, tartar and staining using gentle ultrasonic and hand instruments.
There’s no rush – we take our time to make sure nothing is missed, especially around the gumline and between the teeth where toothbrushes can’t reach. If needed, we’ll recommend airflow polishing for extra stain removal and a more comfortable feel.
But the most important part? Helping you maintain things at home. We’ll guide you through which brushes, techniques and products actually work – and which ones are just hype. Our goal is to help you leave with not just a cleaner mouth, but a clearer plan to keep it that way.
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FAQs
Common questions, answered by our dental team.
How often should I see the hygienist?
For most people, every 6 months is ideal – but if you’re prone to gum issues, we may recommend 3–4 visits a year.
Does a hygiene appointment hurt?
Not at all. We use gentle techniques and can adapt to sensitive areas. If you’re ever uncomfortable, just let us know.
What’s the difference between a check-up and a hygiene visit?
A check-up looks at your teeth and overall oral health. Hygiene focuses specifically on cleaning and gum care.
Can hygiene treatment whiten my teeth?
It won’t bleach them, but it removes surface stains – so your teeth will usually look cleaner and slightly brighter after.
Is it worth seeing the hygienist if I brush well at home?
Absolutely. Even the best home brushing can’t remove hardened tartar or reach every tricky spot. Hygiene complements your routine, it doesn’t replace it.
