TREATMENTS
Dental Hygiene Therapy
Proactive, tailored hygiene maintenance treatments for gums and teeth, to maximise the longevity of your smile. Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) is the new and modern way to care for your Oral Health. It’s minimally invasive delivering superior results for both children and adults in under 30 minutes.
Dental Hygienist in Edinburgh
We strive to provide you the best dentistry possible and want you to enjoy the full benefits from this.
This is the reason why we put so much emphasis on hygiene and maintenance therapies. Maintaining good oral health prevents not just tooth decay, but also gum disease, staining and bad breath (halitosis). It goes beyond brushing your teeth twice a day. This is one of the most important services we believe we offer our patients that in the long term prevents the need for future treatments.
Beautiful, healthy-looking teeth start with a good oral hygiene routine.
Protect Your Smile Daily
Is this the right treatment for you?
Most people think that following a good home care routine alone is key to maintaining good dental hygiene. However, brushing and flossing alone are not enough to remove the plaque and calculus that build up on your teeth over time.
It is recommended that you get a professional clean with your dental hygienist every six months. They are equipped with the right tools and technology to make your hygiene appointment comfortable throughout.
A great smile starts with great oral hygiene.
The GBT Procedure
What to expect at your hygiene appointment
Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) is a modern, comprehensive approach to dental hygiene that prioritises your comfort while ensuring an effective clean. This innovative, step-by-step method targets harmful biofilm (bacterial buildup) on teeth, gums, and soft tissues, protecting your oral health and enhancing your smile. Here’s what to expect from a GBT session at Inverleith Dentalcare:
- Assessment: Your GBT journey begins with a thorough assessment. Your dental hygiene therapist will examine your teeth and gums to detect any areas of concern, including plaque and biofilm buildup.
- Airflow® Technology: Using the latest Airflow® technology, your hygienist gently removes biofilm, stains, and soft deposits with a controlled spray of warm water, air, and fine powder particles. This process is minimally invasive and ideal for sensitive gums.
- Perioflow® & Deep Cleaning: For hard-to-reach or deeper gum pockets, the Perioflow® nozzle precisely targets and removes biofilm without discomfort, ensuring every part of your smile is clean.
- Piezon® Ultrasonic Scaling: A Piezon® ultrasonic scaler is used to remove any remaining hardened plaque. This advanced tool targets only hardened deposits, preserving tooth structure and reducing discomfort.
- Final Check & Aftercare Tips: Your hygienist completes the session with a final check, ensuring your teeth are spotless and your gums are healthy. They'll also provide personalised aftercare advice so you can keep your smile looking its best between appointments.
Our Dental Hygienists
GDC: 296860
Originally from Canada, Brianna graduated from George Brown College in Toronto with an Advanced Diploma in Dental Hygiene.
GDC: 314869
Ahila completed her dental degree in 2013, followed by a Master’s in Periodontology in 2017 in India. She is currently registered with the General Dental Council (GDC) in the UK as a Dental Therapist and Orthodontic Therapist.
Benefits of Seeing a Dental Hygienist
- Professional teeth cleaning
- Gum disease prevention
- Oral health education
- Early problem detection
- Stain removal and teeth whitening
- Tailored oral hygiene advice
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Your Questions Answered
Dental Hygiene FAQs
GBT is the new and modern way to remove and manage dental biofilm. We tailor treatment protocols to your needs. The treatment is minimally invasive and delivered with maximum comfort. It can be used for general oral health, advanced gum disease, implant maintenance or care and cleaning around orthodontic appliances. The products used in GBT change the DNA/RNA of the bacteria in the mouth thus changing the damaging properties and preventing bacterial production. Your hygienist at Inverleith Dentalcare will be able to discuss the benefits of this at your hygiene appointment.
Laser therapy is part of a target approach used to treat areas which have not responded to conventional methods.
Eliminating gum inflammation is about mechanical cleaning. At your hygiene visit at Inverleith Dentalcare your hygienist will discuss toothpastes appropriate to your needs, providing appropriate toothpaste samples to try at home.
If you don’t clean your mouth properly you will suffer inflamed bleeding gums due to gingivitis. For some people this can result in bone loss and eventual loosening of teeth called Periodontal (gum) disease.
Yes. These are becoming more readily available. From bamboo toothbrushes and interdental brushes to Neem tree floss.
Yes you can use tepe brushes, dental rubbers or water flossers. There is a wide variety of interdental aids. Your hygienist will demonstrate and advise the best options for you at your appointments.
Excellent toothbrushing with an electric toothbrush will address 60% of the plaque biofilm. The other 40% requires for you to use interdental aids such as floss, tepe brushes or interdental rubbers.
Why Choose Inverleith Dentalcare?
Our team have performed countless dental treatments and have decades of combined experience. You’re in safe hands with us.
Free Smile Consultation
Our patients can have a free in-house consultation for orthodontics or teeth replacement solutions.
Trusted By Our Patients
Our patients trust us - we average a 4.9/5 star Google rating from our patients across Edinburgh and beyond.
Highly Experienced Dentists
Our clinical team undergoes continuous training to stay at the forefront of modern dentistry, ensuring you receive the best care possible.
Proven Track Record
With countless successful treatments and happy patients, our results speak for themselves, ensuring you’re in trusted hands.
