Dental hygiene is essential not only for maintaining a healthy mouth but also for supporting your overall well-being. Consistent brushing, flossing, and regular dental visits help prevent tooth decay, gum disease, and bad breath, while also reducing the risk of more serious health issues such as heart disease, diabetes, and stroke.
Routine dental hygiene uses manual hand scalers or ultrasonic scalers to scrape off visible plaque and hardened tartar (calculus) from above and below the gum line. This is a largely reactive process focuses on visible established debris. It can be quite painful.
Your hygienist will use AirFlow® technology to clear away all bacteria (biofilm) present, which may contribute to tooth decay and gum disease in the future.
Not only is this technique highly effective, but Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) is also minimally invasive and gentle – allowing you to feel confident, comfortable, and at ease throughout your treatment. Airflow® is so gentle it can be safely used on natural teeth, orthodontic appliances, and dental implants alike.
Guided Biofilm Therapy is considered the gold standard in dental hygiene – an advanced, 8-stage, systematic protocol designed to effectively remove biofilm, plaque, and staining. Despite its thoroughness, it remains exceptionally gentle, making it ideal for even the most sensitive patients. The approach is proactive, targeting biofilm at an early stage to prevent it from causing harm, with a strong emphasis on both disease prevention and long-term oral health maintenance.
GBT is centred around prevention. By systematically managing and monitoring biofilm over time, it helps to prevent gum disease, tooth decay, and complications with implants. Education and tailored home-care routines are also an essential part of the process, helping patients to maintain results between appointments.
GBT is suitable for all patients – including those with periodontal disease, braces, dental implants, and those who experience sensitivity.
During your initial appointment a thorough assessment will be carried out by our specialist hygienists, they will discuss what treatment is required and on the same visit they will begin treatment using the GBT Protocol. Treatment will include Airflow and the removal of any calculus , which is the hardened buildup that cannot be eliminated through regular brushing alone. Following this procedure, you will receive a detailed tutorial on effective home care practices to maintain optimal gum health. This guidance will be regularly reviewed to ensure your clinical gingival health is fully restored. By prioritizing your oral hygiene, we aim to prevent the maturation of calculus and promote a cleaner mouth environment, ultimately supporting a healthier, more confident smile.
Unlike routine dental hygiene, Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) focuses on long-term prevention. It systematically manages biofilm and monitors its presence over time, helping to prevent gum disease, tooth decay, and implant complications. GBT also places emphasis on patient education and effective home-care habits to reduce biofilm build-up between visits.
Dental hygiene is crucial for maintaining both oral health and overall well-being. It helps prevent tooth decay, gum disease, and other health issues, while also supporting a confident, healthy smile.
Regular brushing, flossing, and professional cleanings effectively remove plaque, a sticky layer of bacteria that builds up on teeth.
If plaque is not removed, it can harden into tartar, increasing the risk of tooth decay and cavities.
Good dental hygiene helps prevent cavities, avoiding tooth damage, pain, and the need for treatments such as fillings or crowns.
Gum disease is a common result of poor dental hygiene, starting with gingivitis—marked by red, swollen, and bleeding gums.
If left untreated, it can progress to periodontitis, which damages the gums and supporting bone.
Proper brushing and flossing help remove biofilm and bacteria from the gum line, lowering the risk of infection, inflammation, and tooth loss.
Regular brushing, flossing, and professional cleanings remove plaque, a sticky bacterial film that forms on teeth and can harden into tartar if untreated.
Good dental hygiene prevents cavities, helping to avoid tooth damage, pain, and the need for treatments like fillings or crowns.
Gum disease is a common result of poor dental hygiene, starting with gingivitis—red, swollen, and bleeding gums—that can progress to periodontitis, damaging gums and bone.
Proper brushing and flossing remove biofilm and bacteria from the gum line, lowering the risk of infection, inflammation, and tooth loss.
Gum disease and untreated cavities can eventually result in tooth loss.
Maintaining consistent dental hygiene and attending regular dental check-ups help preserve your natural teeth and prevent loss due to decay or periodontal disease.
Losing a tooth can affect chewing and speech, and may cause surrounding teeth to shift, leading to further complications.
Poor dental hygiene is a common cause of bad breath (halitosis), often due to the buildup of food particles and bacteria in the mouth. Regular brushing, flossing, and professional cleanings help remove these particles and reduce the bacteria responsible for unpleasant odours.
Good dental hygiene helps keep teeth clean, white, and free from stains. Brushing regularly and having professional cleanings remove surface discolouration caused by food, drinks like coffee or tea, and habits such as smoking, helping to maintain a bright, attractive smile.
If not removed regularly, plaque hardens into tartar (calculus), which can only be removed by a dentist or hygienist. Tartar increases the risk of gum disease and tooth decay. Maintaining good oral hygiene helps reduce plaque buildup and prevents tartar from forming.
Regular dental hygiene appointments allow for early detection of oral health issues such as cavities, gum disease, infections, and oral cancer.
Catching problems early often means simpler, more effective treatment and helps prevent more serious complications later on.
Research has shown a strong link between oral health and overall health. Poor dental hygiene can contribute to or exacerbate various systemic health conditions.
A healthy smile boosts self-confidence and can enhance social and professional interactions by improving how you feel about your appearance.
Good dental hygiene also helps prevent discomfort and pain from dental problems, contributing to a better overall quality of life.
Preventive dental hygiene, including regular cleanings and check-ups, is much more affordable than treatments for advanced issues like root canals, extractions, or implants.
Maintaining consistent oral care helps prevent decay, gum disease, and other problems, reducing the need for costly and invasive procedures.
