Dental Hygienist
Dental hygienists are important members of the dental team. They are highly trained at to provide oral health care and play an important role in the prevention and treatment of gum disease and decay.
What is a dental hygienist?
Dental hygienists are important members of the dental team. They are highly trained at to provide oral health care and play an important role in the prevention and treatment of gum disease and decay.
The dentist and hygienist work together as a team. A typical appointment with the hygienist will involve a though clean and check of the gums, discussion on how to best clean your teeth and can give you a customised plan to your needs. The primary goal is prevention of dental problems or early identification to minimise costly procedures. During the appointment the dentist will come in to further examine the teeth and mouth and importantly discuss any concerns you may have.
What can dental hygienists do?
- Comprehensive cleaning of teeth and gums
- Application of products that help prevent decay and minimise sensitivity
- Whitening teeth
- Providing holistic oral hygiene advice, including on diet, dental hygiene, and on health conditions that may be impacting your oral health
- Providing dental hygiene information and education
- Taking x-rays
- Making mouth guards and other oral appliances
Book Your Consultation with our Dental Hygienist At QBN Dental Today
At Queanbeyan Dental we are lucky to have our excellent, knowledgeable, gentle and caring hygienist Jaala working with us. She is a local legend who is really well respected and has a wealth of knowledge to pass on to her patients.
