Dental Hygiene @ Zen House Dental

Sophie is the lead hygienist at Zen House Dental and offers a comprehensive and gentle approach to dental hygiene, from optimising oral health, to stain removal and providing essential periodontal treatments, we have you covered!

Classic Hygiene (Oral Health Optimisation)

This appointment will aid optimisation of your specific oral health needs. Sophie will equip you with the correct knowledge, tips and tricks in order for you to optimise your oral health. Essentially how to keep your teeth and gums healthy at home.

“Classic Hygiene” is terminology used for dental cleaning. It uses the traditional method combining the use of hand scalers and ultrasonic scaling. Removing biofilm, plaque, and hard deposits. Surface stains are removed by polishing with coarse paste to finish. This appointment can be tailored to your specific concerns.

Classic Hygiene with Powder polishing (Airflow)

Airflow is an upgrade to your classic hygiene appointment. Airflow is incredible at removing surface staining and plaque build up, giving you an instant cleaner, healthier, brighter smile. Airflow will remove surface staining caused by coffee, tea, red wine, smoking etc. Airflow uses high compressed air, water, and fine flavoured particles to gently remove surface staining, plaque, and biofilm. Instantly giving you a brighter smile in just one appointment. Airflow is perfect for giving you a clean base to start any cosmetic treatments such as teeth whitening or composite bonding.

Please note: you do not need to see a dentist before seeing Sophie, book your hygiene appointment today!

  • Classic hygiene appointments are booked in 30 minute slots.

    It is recommended seeing a dental hygienist regularly as part of your routine dental care. For most patients, every 6 months is sufficient to maintain good oral health. However, individual factors may require more frequent cleanings, which Sophie will assess and advise accordingly.

  • Sophie will want to assure you that it is typically painless. However, some patients may experience mild discomfort or sensitivity if you have sensitive teeth, or a substantial amount of tartar build up. Sophie will reassure you and takes upmost care to minimise any discomfort.

  • Airflow polish is an innovative dental treatment offered at Zen House Dental.

    Airflow polish can reach and clean areas that are often challenging to address with traditional methods and is a gentler experience on the gums and teeth.

  • At Zen House Dental, an Airflow appointment typically takes 30 minutes. For most patients, we recommend having an Airflow treatment every six months, although individual factors may affect the recommended frequency. We’ll assess your individual needs and provide personalised recommendations during your visit.

  • Airflow is an upgrade to the traditional method. It is a more comfortable way of cleaning and polishing your teeth using a combination of air, water and fine powder particles to effectively remove surface stains, plaque bacteria from teeth, instantly giving you a cleaner and healthier smile.

Periodontal Treatment frequently asked questions….

  • Sophie, our oral health expert provides gentle and effective periodontal treatments. Periodontal gum treatment is a dental procedure designed to address gum diseases like gingivitis or periodontitis. It involves a thorough cleaning of the teeth, gums, and roots to remove tartar and plaque bacteria, which are the underlying causes of gum disease.

  • The duration of a periodontal treatment depends on the severity of the gum disease and the extent of treatment required. At Zen House Dental, Sophie will evaluate your condition during an initial consultation and provide you with an estimate of the treatment duration based on your specific needs.

  • If you notice persistent bad breath, swollen or bleeding gums, gum recession or loose teeth, it's important to consult with our dental hygienist for an accurate diagnosis. Sophie will evaluate your condition and determine if a periodontal gum treatment is necessary.

  • At Zen House Dental, we prioritise your comfort during periodontal gum treatments. Local anaesthetic can used to ensure a painless experience. While you may experience some discomfort or sensitivity afterward, it can be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers and our guidance on proper oral hygiene practices.

  • Periodontal gum treatments offer significant long-term benefits. At Zen House Dental, we understand the importance of halting the progression of gum disease, preventing tooth loss, and improving your overall oral health. By reducing inflammation, stabilising gum pockets, and promoting gum tissue healing, our periodontal treatments enhance both the health and aesthetics of your smile. Additionally, maintaining good gum health can positively impact your overall systemic health.