During your hygiene appointment your OHT or hygienist will:

• Remove plaque and calculus (tartar) deposits from your teeth and gums (professional scale and clean)
• Polish your teeth to remove plaque and stains
• Assess your oral health and risk of dental disease
• Take intra-oral photos for your dental records
• Provide education about dental health
• Serve you with personalised advice about caring for your teeth and gums
• Use a plaque highlighting gel to assess areas of plaque accumulation
• Apply fluoride gel to your teeth to prevent decay
• Take radiographs (x-rays) when required

They can also discuss other oral and dental health concerns such as maintaining fresh breath and teeth whitening.