Protect Your Gums. Protect Your Smile.
Healthy gums are the foundation of a healthy smile and dental hygiene plays a vital role in preventing problems before they start.
If you’re searching for dental hygiene near you or a trusted private dental hygienist, Start Smiling provides hygiene care focused on gum health, prevention and long-term maintenance to keep your teeth and gums healthy, comfortable and fresh.
What Is Dental Hygiene?
Dental hygiene focuses on the prevention and management of gum disease and the maintenance of oral health.
This includes:
- Professional dental cleaning to remove plaque and tartar
- Gum health assessments
- Advice on brushing and flossing techniques
- Support for preventing bad breath
- Monitoring and maintaining long-term oral health
Good hygiene care helps protect both your teeth and overall wellbeing.
Why Is Dental Hygiene So Important?
Gum disease often develops quietly, without obvious pain.
Regular dental hygiene care helps to:
- Prevent gum disease and tooth loss
- Reduce bleeding and inflammation
- Improve breath freshness
- Support overall oral health
- Protect cosmetic and restorative dental work
Healthy gums are essential at every stage of life.
Dental Hygiene At Start Smiling, What Makes Us Different?
Hygiene appointments should be thorough, informative and comfortable.
At Start Smiling, we focus on:
- Gentle yet effective cleaning techniques
- Personalised advice, tailored to your needs
- Early detection of gum problems
- Comfort-first care, especially for sensitive or nervous patients
- Education and prevention, not just treatment
We aim to help you feel informed, supported, and confident in your oral health.
Who Is Dental Hygiene Suitable For?
Dental hygiene care is important for everyone, including those who:
- Want to maintain healthy gums
- Experience bleeding gums or bad breath
- Have a history of gum disease
- Have dental implants, crowns or veneers.
- Want to protect cosmetic dentistry
- Are looking to prevent future dental problems
Regular hygiene visits help keep your smile healthy for the long-term.
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What Happens At A Dental Hygiene Appointment?
Your appointment is tailored to your needs and comfort.
How Much Does Dental Hygiene Cost?
Patients often ask about dental hygiene cost and costs depend on the length and type of appointment.
At Start Smiling:
- Hygiene appointments start from £133
- Costs are explained clearly before treatment
- No treatment is carried out without your consent
- Finance options may be available for treatment plans
Preventative care often reduces the need for more complex treatment later.
Supporting Long-Term Oral Health
Dental hygiene works alongside other treatments, including:
- General dentistry
- Maintaining your smile
- Invisalign and orthodontics
- Dental implants and restorative dentistry
Good gum health supports every aspect of your smile.
Frequently Asked Questions
What our patients have to say...
Denise Somers
Patient
Every member of staff is always extremely kind, thorough, and patient. Always thorough in explanations and ensure every client feels valued.
Jeff Emberson
Patient
My Dentist is Tony Aneiros, he has been my Dentist for many years. I have confidence in his skills as Dentist and he has always been very professional when caring for my teeth. He has a friendly manner and is mindful to keep the patient at ease and pain free. We recently moved and now live a long way from the surgery, but I have no intention of changing Dentist.
Gill Carter
Patient
Bradley the Hygienist is very considerate as I really don’t like the process but I know it’s necessary. I would recommend him if you are a nervous patient.
Lynn Culley
Patient
Have been going to Start Smiling for as long as I can remember. I am an old person, but still wants a good smile. 😬. Natalie the hygienist is lovely. Receptionist are always polite and friendly. Tom my dentist is good. Never felt worried or anxious when I go.
Anne-Marie Winch
Patient
Very satisfied with all treatment received so far. I shall be using Start-Smiling from now on for check ups, hygienist, etc. A very friendly and helpful team. Thank you
Michael Seymour
Patient
I had some excellent treatment at Start smiling and can’t thank the team enough. The care and kindness shown by everyone really stood out and put me completely at ease. A fantastic dentist and a genuinely caring practice
John Robinson
Patient
I have been using start smiling for the last 4 years, I can highly recommend their services. I had 3 implants fitted, and also some cosmetic work done . I am very pleased with the results. Thank you to all the staff there.
Steve Franks
Patient
Turned up late for my appointment due to train issues, I was already extremely nervous but the staff were very kind and considerate. Appointment itself was fine despite my rambling on in my nervousness. Very professional service. Thank you Start Smiling I would recommend you to anyone with similar 'phobias'
Toni Featherstone
Patient
Absolutely amazing, before coming here I had a terrible fear with dentist. From the day I went to start smily I have felt completely at ease! Can’t not recommend them enough! Thank you so much I can’t wait now for the final finish of my new teeth 🦷
Nicky Allen
Patient
We’ve had such a great experience with Tony, the orthodontist treating my son. His teeth are coming along beautifully and we’re so pleased with the progress. Tracey on reception and the nurse are both absolutely lovely — always welcoming, kind, and they truly go above and beyond. The whole team makes every visit a positive experience. I would highly recommend.
A-A Ron
Patient
Great practice, very friendly, high quality of dental care from Dr Tom Sealey and his colleagues. Just had a brace fitted and it was carried out very quickly with no discomfort. I have been going for 10 years or so. Thoroughly recommend.
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