Personalised treatments
Comprehensive dentistry
Community and trust
Personalised treatments
Comprehensive dentistry
Community and trust
Regular hygiene appointments are one of the simplest ways to keep your teeth and gums healthy, helping to remove the build-up that brushing and flossing alone can’t always reach.
What is a dental hygiene appointment?
A hygiene appointment is all about prevention. Your hygienist will carefully remove plaque and hardened tartar from around your teeth and gums before polishing your teeth to leave them feeling clean and fresh. We’ll also check the health of your gums and offer practical advice on brushing, flossing and looking after your smile at home. The aim isn’t to judge your routine. It’s to help you get the best from it.
What is airflow treatment?
A gentle, painless treatment for stain removal carried out by our hygienists. Think of it like a jet-wash for the teeth — leaving them sparkling and stain-free. It is an add-on to a regular hygiene appointment for stubborn stains or a teeth glow-up.
Whether you’re looking to maintain a healthy smile, have noticed bleeding gums, or simply want your teeth to feel cleaner, regular hygiene appointments are an important part of long-term dental care. If we spot anything that needs further attention, we’ll explain what we’ve found and talk you through the next steps.
Regular hygiene appointments can help:
Our Direct Access Hygiene Appointments allow you to book directly with a dental hygienist without needing to be registered with a dentist at our practice.
What is included in your appointment?
Your appointment focuses specifically on professional teeth cleaning and gum (periodontal) care to help you maintain good oral health. Your appointment includes:
Hygiene appointments don’t have to feel rushed. We’ll take the time to explain what we’re seeing, answer your questions and help you understand how small changes at home can make a real difference. Whether you’re visiting us every six months or it’s been a little while since your last hygiene appointment, you’ll be welcomed without judgement. Our job isn’t to tell you off. It’s to help you keep your teeth and gums healthy for as long as possible.
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Amazing service. I was so nervous before I came to the dental practice, but the staff are so sweet, and they look after you. Dr Ria is just the right dentist...
Ausra
This is one of the best Dental Practices in the UK. The doctors and staff are amazing; their service is just perfect- reminders on time and a great all-round experience.
Brad M
Great staff and excellent service.
Sandeep Patel
Good dental practice, nice staff and very professional.
Jonny Kad
Excellent caring service.
Ant Shedend
Such a wonderful practice. Lovely, professional, kind and fair prices. Cured my fear of dentistry.
Alexander Penn
I joined one of the care plans in Drayton House about 4 years ago and have kept it. After my visits and nice experiences, I recommended it to my friends. All...
Jing C
Excellent dental practice. Dr Ria has always been fantastic, especially in arranging my son’s referral for treatment, and a special thank you to Julia at reception, who went above and beyond...
Lediona Hima
We have been going to Drayton House Dental Practice for over 40 years. I've never found such a good, kind and friendly practice. When we moved to Brighton, we still visit...
Ann Slight
I have complete faith in this practice - they are reliable, totally committed and wonderfully competent. I know they are looking after me.
Jillie Sutton
Amazing service. I was so nervous before I came to the dental practice, but the staff are so sweet, and they look after you. Dr...
Ausra
This is one of the best Dental Practices in the UK. The doctors and staff are amazing; their service is just perfect- reminders on time...
Brad M
Great staff and excellent service.
Sandeep Patel
Good dental practice, nice staff and very professional.
Jonny Kad
Excellent caring service.
Ant Shedend
Such a wonderful practice. Lovely, professional, kind and fair prices. Cured my fear of dentistry.
Alexander Penn
I joined one of the care plans in Drayton House about 4 years ago and have kept it. After my visits and nice experiences, I...
Jing C
Excellent dental practice. Dr Ria has always been fantastic, especially in arranging my son’s referral for treatment, and a special thank you to Julia at...
Lediona Hima
We have been going to Drayton House Dental Practice for over 40 years. I've never found such a good, kind and friendly practice. When we...
Ann Slight
I have complete faith in this practice - they are reliable, totally committed and wonderfully competent. I know they are looking after me.
Jillie Sutton
Amazing service. I was so nervous before I came to the dental practice, but the staff are so sweet, and they...
Ausra
This is one of the best Dental Practices in the UK. The doctors and staff are amazing; their service is just...
Brad M
Great staff and excellent service.
Sandeep Patel
Good dental practice, nice staff and very professional.
Jonny Kad
Excellent caring service.
Ant Shedend
Such a wonderful practice. Lovely, professional, kind and fair prices. Cured my fear of dentistry.
Alexander Penn
I joined one of the care plans in Drayton House about 4 years ago and have kept it. After my visits...
Jing C
Excellent dental practice. Dr Ria has always been fantastic, especially in arranging my son’s referral for treatment, and a special thank...
Lediona Hima
We have been going to Drayton House Dental Practice for over 40 years. I've never found such a good, kind and...
Ann Slight
I have complete faith in this practice - they are reliable, totally committed and wonderfully competent. I know they are looking...
Jillie Sutton
Most hygiene appointments are very comfortable. If your gums are particularly sensitive or it’s been a while since your last visit, you may notice some mild discomfort, but we’ll always work as gently as possible and can adapt treatment if needed.
That depends on your oral health. Many patients benefit from appointments every six months, while others may need to visit more regularly. We’ll recommend an interval that’s right for you.
A hygiene appointment won’t change the natural colour of your teeth, but it can remove surface stains caused by everyday food and drink, helping your smile look brighter and fresher.
Yes. Even with excellent brushing and flossing, plaque can harden into tartar, which can’t be removed at home. Regular hygiene appointments help keep your teeth and gums in the best possible condition.
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