{"id":9582,"date":"2026-06-04T16:37:15","date_gmt":"2026-06-04T16:37:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/icaredental.co.uk\/croydon\/?p=9582"},"modified":"2026-06-04T17:57:06","modified_gmt":"2026-06-04T17:57:06","slug":"dental-hygienist-croydon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/icaredental.co.uk\/croydon\/dental-hygienist-croydon\/","title":{"rendered":"Dental Hygienist Croydon: What to Expect, How Often to Go &amp; Why It Matters"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"9582\" class=\"elementor elementor-9582\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-636f4fd e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"636f4fd\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div 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data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Dental Hygienist Croydon: What to Expect, How Often to Go &amp; Why It Matters<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5b1d6b6 elementor-align-left elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"5b1d6b6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dpopup%3Aopen%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6IjU1NjkiLCJ0b2dnbGUiOmZhbHNlfQ%3D%3D\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-long-arrow-alt-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M313.941 216H12c-6.627 0-12 5.373-12 12v56c0 6.627 5.373 12 12 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elementor-widget elementor-widget-theme-post-featured-image elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"9424a43\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"theme-post-featured-image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/icaredental.co.uk\/croydon\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Airflow-Teeth-Cleaning_cleanup.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-7687\" alt=\"Dental Hygienist Croydon: What to Expect, How Often to Go &amp; Why It Matters\" srcset=\"https:\/\/icaredental.co.uk\/croydon\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Airflow-Teeth-Cleaning_cleanup.png 720w, https:\/\/icaredental.co.uk\/croydon\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Airflow-Teeth-Cleaning_cleanup-300x167.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" title=\"\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-35e112f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"35e112f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Most people think about the dentist when something goes wrong. A toothache, a chipped tooth, something that doesn\u2019t feel quite right. But there\u2019s one appointment that often gets pushed to the bottom of the list \u2014 the hygienist visit. Not because people don\u2019t care, but because it doesn\u2019t always feel urgent.<\/p><p>Until it does.<\/p><p>Gum disease is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults in the UK. It\u2019s largely preventable. And in most cases, the single most effective thing you can do to stop it in its tracks is to see a dental hygienist regularly.<\/p><p>If you\u2019ve been putting off booking, or you\u2019re not sure what a hygienist appointment actually involves, this guide is for you. We\u2019ll walk through everything \u2014 what happens, how often you should go, and why it matters far more than most people realise.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7ac2b9e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7ac2b9e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>Quick answer:<\/strong> Professional teeth whitening is one of the fastest, most effective cosmetic treatments available. Most patients see results 4\u20138 shades lighter after a single course of treatment \u2014 with results that can last 1\u20132 years.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-07bdac5 elementor-widget__width-initial SL-home-welcome  SL-Accom-kick SL-contact-touch elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"07bdac5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What Does a Dental Hygienist Actually Do?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7c7c6d1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7c7c6d1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>It&#8217;s a fair question. A lot of patients at our Croydon practice aren&#8217;t entirely sure what separates a hygienist appointment from a regular dental check-up. They&#8217;re related, but they&#8217;re not the same thing.<\/p><p>Your dentist looks at the overall health of your teeth, gums, bite, and jaw. They check for decay, look at X-rays, and identify problems that need treatment.<\/p><p>A dental hygienist focuses specifically on the health and cleanliness of your gums and teeth surfaces. Their job is preventative \u2014 stopping problems before they start, and treating early-stage gum disease before it becomes serious.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e5cf30f elementor-widget__width-initial SL-home-welcome  SL-Accom-kick SL-contact-touch elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"e5cf30f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">In practical terms, a hygienist appointment usually includes:<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-78a451c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"78a451c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Scale and polish<\/strong> \u2014 This is the core part of the appointment. Using specialist instruments, your hygienist will carefully remove hardened tartar (also called calculus) and plaque deposits from around and between your teeth, and just below the gumline. No matter how well you brush, tartar can only be removed by a professional. It builds up gradually over time and brushing alone won&#8217;t shift it once it&#8217;s there.<\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Stain removal<\/strong> \u2014 Surface stains from tea, coffee, red wine, or smoking respond well to professional cleaning. After a scale and polish, teeth often look noticeably brighter \u2014 not because anything artificial has been done, but because the natural colour of the tooth is properly visible again.<\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Gum assessment<\/strong> \u2014 Your hygienist will check the health of your gum tissue, looking for signs of inflammation, bleeding, recession, or pocketing. These are all early indicators of gum disease.<\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Personalised oral hygiene advice<\/strong> \u2014 This is where patients often get the most value. A good hygienist won&#8217;t just clean your teeth \u2014 they&#8217;ll show you where you&#8217;re missing spots when you brush, recommend the right technique, and advise on whether flossing, interdental brushes, or a water flosser might work better for you.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0fc4d93 elementor-widget__width-initial SL-home-welcome  SL-Accom-kick SL-contact-touch elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"0fc4d93\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What Is Tartar, and Why Can't I Just Brush It Away?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-983e039 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"983e039\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>If you&#8217;ve never been before \u2014 or it&#8217;s been a while \u2014 you might feel a little nervous. That&#8217;s completely normal. Most patients tell us afterwards that it was far more comfortable than they expected.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cd5027d elementor-widget__width-initial SL-home-welcome  SL-Accom-kick SL-contact-touch elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"cd5027d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What professional teeth whitening at iCare Dental Croydon involves<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-61fffa9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"61fffa9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>The scaling.<\/strong> Using either hand instruments or an ultrasonic scaler (or both), your hygienist will remove tartar and plaque from the tooth surfaces. The ultrasonic scaler vibrates at a high frequency and uses a fine water spray \u2014 it&#8217;s efficient and most patients find it comfortable. Some areas, particularly around the gumline, can feel a little sensitive, but it shouldn&#8217;t be painful. If at any point you feel uncomfortable, just raise your hand and the hygienist will adjust.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><strong>Polishing.<\/strong> Once the scaling is done, your teeth will be polished using a slightly gritty paste and a rotary brush or rubber cup. This removes surface stains and leaves your teeth feeling clean and smooth.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><strong>Advice and guidance.<\/strong> Before you leave, your hygienist will talk you through what they found and give you personalised tips for improving your home routine \u2014 whether that&#8217;s switching to a different technique, introducing interdental cleaning, or using a specific type of toothpaste.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p>Most appointments take between 30 and 60 minutes, depending on how much buildup there is and whether any additional treatment is needed.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-df4f698 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"df4f698\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Your hygienist will take a look at your teeth and gums, check for any areas of concern, and may measure the depth of the gaps between your teeth and gums (called periodontal pockets). This is painless \u2014 it just involves a thin probe and takes a couple of minutes.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5ae7c6e elementor-widget__width-initial SL-home-welcome  SL-Accom-kick SL-contact-touch elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"5ae7c6e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">How Often Should You See a Dental Hygienist?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a438467 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a438467\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"step\"><div class=\"step-content\"><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p>This is one of the most common questions patients ask, and the honest answer is: it depends on you.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p>The standard recommendation for most adults with healthy gums is every six months \u2014 roughly in line with a regular dental check-up. But not everyone is the same.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p>Some people produce more tartar than others. Some are more prone to gum disease. Smokers, people with diabetes, and those with a history of periodontal problems generally benefit from more frequent visits \u2014 sometimes every three or four months.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p>If your gums are in excellent condition, have good oral hygiene habits at home, and have no history of gum problems, your dentist might suggest that once a year is sufficient. But this is rare. The reality is that for most adults, six months is about right.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p>The key thing to understand is that gum disease is often silent in its early stages. It doesn&#8217;t always hurt. Many people have mild gum inflammation \u2014 called gingivitis \u2014 without knowing it. Gingivitis is completely reversible with the right treatment and care. But if it progresses to periodontitis (deeper gum disease), the damage to bone and tissue can be permanent.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p>Catching it early makes an enormous difference.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p>If you&#8217;re based in Croydon and haven&#8217;t had a hygiene appointment recently, it&#8217;s worth <a href=\"https:\/\/icaredental.co.uk\/croydon\/general-treatment\/routine-check\/\"><strong>booking a routine dental check-up<\/strong><\/a> alongside your hygiene visit. Both work together.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b43f71e elementor-widget__width-initial SL-home-welcome  SL-Accom-kick SL-contact-touch elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"b43f71e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Signs You're Overdue a Hygienist Visit<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0b0a33a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0b0a33a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"step\"><div class=\"step-content\"><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p>Sometimes the body gives you clear signals that your gums need attention. Look out for:<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><strong>Bleeding gums<\/strong> \u2014 especially when brushing or flossing. This is often dismissed as &#8220;normal,&#8221; but it isn&#8217;t. Healthy gums don&#8217;t bleed. Bleeding is an early sign of inflammation.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><strong>Persistent bad breath<\/strong> \u2014 If brushing and mouthwash aren&#8217;t resolving it, bacteria below the gumline could be the cause.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><strong>Visible tartar buildup<\/strong> \u2014 particularly behind the lower front teeth. If you can see or feel rough deposits, it&#8217;s definitely time.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><strong>Sensitive teeth<\/strong> \u2014 If your teeth feel sensitive to hot, cold, or sweet foods, this can sometimes be linked to receding gums or exposed root surfaces.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><strong>Gums that look red or puffy<\/strong> \u2014 Healthy gum tissue is pale pink and firm. Redness and swelling are signs of active inflammation.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><strong>Teeth that feel loose or have shifted<\/strong> \u2014 This is a later-stage sign and needs prompt attention. Don&#8217;t ignore it.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p>Any one of these should prompt a call to the practice. Taken together, they suggest gum disease is already underway \u2014 and the sooner it&#8217;s treated, the better.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d1c1140 elementor-widget__width-initial SL-home-welcome  SL-Accom-kick SL-contact-touch elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"d1c1140\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Gum Disease in Croydon: More Common Than You'd Think<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-16beb37 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"16beb37\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p>Across the UK, gum disease is genuinely widespread. Research from the NHS and the British Society of Periodontology consistently shows that around half of adults have some degree of gum disease at any given time, and a significant proportion of those are unaware of it.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p>In Croydon and the surrounding areas \u2014 including South Croydon, Purley, Thornton Heath, Shirley, and Addiscombe \u2014 we see patients regularly who&#8217;ve been managing without professional hygiene appointments for years. It&#8217;s not unusual. Life gets busy. NHS slots can be hard to come by. Hygiene appointments can feel like a luxury rather than a necessity.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p>But the cost of not going is usually much higher than the cost of going.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p>Early-stage gum disease is straightforward to treat. Advanced gum disease can require specialist periodontal treatment, and in the worst cases, leads to tooth loss \u2014 which then requires <a href=\"https:\/\/icaredental.co.uk\/croydon\/general-treatment\/dental-implants\/\"><strong>dental implants<\/strong><\/a> or other restorative work to replace what&#8217;s been lost.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p>Prevention, as they say, is always better than cure.<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fcc9337 elementor-widget__width-initial SL-home-welcome  SL-Accom-kick SL-contact-touch elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"fcc9337\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Hygienist Appointments and Cosmetic Results<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-91ae260 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"91ae260\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p>Here&#8217;s something a lot of patients don&#8217;t realise: a professional hygiene clean can make your teeth look noticeably better \u2014 without any cosmetic treatment at all.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p>Surface stains from tea, coffee, red wine, and smoking can dull the appearance of teeth significantly over time. These aren&#8217;t structural stains \u2014 they sit on the outer surface of the enamel and respond very well to professional polishing.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p>After a scale and polish, patients often comment that their teeth look whiter and brighter. This isn&#8217;t a whitening treatment \u2014 it&#8217;s simply that the natural colour of the tooth is visible again once the staining is removed.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p>If you&#8217;re considering <a href=\"https:\/\/icaredental.co.uk\/croydon\/general-treatment\/teeth-whitening\/\"><strong>teeth whitening in Croydon<\/strong><\/a>, a hygiene clean beforehand is actually highly recommended. It creates a clean, even surface for the whitening gel to work on, leading to more consistent and longer-lasting results.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p>Similarly, if you&#8217;re starting <a href=\"https:\/\/icaredental.co.uk\/croydon\/general-treatment\/invisalign-clear-braces\/\"><strong>Invisalign treatment<\/strong><\/a> or any orthodontic work, your teeth and gums should be in the healthiest possible condition first. Moving teeth through unhealthy tissue increases the risk of complications.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-62c1324 elementor-widget__width-initial SL-home-welcome  SL-Accom-kick SL-contact-touch elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"62c1324\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Does a Hygienist Appointment Hurt?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-52dd79f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"52dd79f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>This question comes up all the time \u2014 and it&#8217;s worth addressing honestly.<\/p><p>For most people, a scale and polish is not painful. It can feel a little uncomfortable in areas where the gums are inflamed or where there&#8217;s significant buildup, but discomfort and pain are different things.<\/p><p>If your gums bleed easily, feel tender when touched, or the tartar deposits are particularly heavy, your hygienist may work carefully across multiple areas to avoid any unnecessary sensitivity. Some patients find cold water from the ultrasonic scaler causes brief sensitivity \u2014 this settles almost immediately.<\/p><p>If you have a history of dental anxiety or particularly sensitive teeth, just let your hygienist know before the appointment starts. They will adjust their approach accordingly, can take breaks when needed, and will always check in with you throughout.<\/p><p>At iCare Dental Croydon, we take dental anxiety seriously. Our team is used to working with nervous patients and our approach is always calm, unhurried, and patient-led. You&#8217;re always in control.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0ed830c elementor-widget__width-initial SL-home-welcome  SL-Accom-kick SL-contact-touch elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"0ed830c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Hygienist Visits for Children and Teenagers<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e376851 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e376851\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p>Good oral hygiene habits start early \u2014 and professional hygiene care isn&#8217;t just for adults.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p>Children and teenagers can benefit from hygienist appointments too, particularly if they&#8217;re prone to plaque buildup, wear braces or aligners, or are at higher risk of gum problems. <a href=\"https:\/\/icaredental.co.uk\/croydon\/general-treatment\/childrens-dentistry\/\"><strong>Children&#8217;s dentistry in Croydon<\/strong><\/a> at iCare includes guidance on building healthy habits that genuinely last.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p>For younger patients especially, a hygienist visit can be incredibly useful simply as a chance to learn. Brushing technique matters enormously, and it&#8217;s something most of us have never been formally taught. A fifteen-minute conversation with a hygienist can change the way a child looks after their teeth for the rest of their life.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d594be8 elementor-widget__width-initial SL-home-welcome  SL-Accom-kick SL-contact-touch elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"d594be8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What About Periodontal Treatment \u2014 Is That Different?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4fc71ab elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4fc71ab\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p>Yes. Standard hygiene appointments are designed for maintenance and prevention \u2014 keeping healthy teeth clean and catching early problems early.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p>Periodontal treatment goes further. If gum disease has already progressed \u2014 if there are deep pockets around the teeth, significant bone loss, or advanced infection \u2014 a more intensive course of treatment is needed. This typically involves a process called root surface debridement, where the hygienist or specialist cleans the root surfaces of the teeth below the gumline, removing bacteria and hardened deposits from areas that a standard clean can&#8217;t reach.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p>This type of treatment may require local anaesthetic and is usually carried out over multiple appointments. At iCare Dental Croydon, we offer <a href=\"https:\/\/icaredental.co.uk\/croydon\/general-treatment\/periodontal-treatment\/\"><strong>periodontal treatment<\/strong><\/a> for patients with more advanced gum disease, carried out with the same care and attention as all our treatments.<\/p><p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p><p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p><p>If you&#8217;re not sure what stage you&#8217;re at, a consultation is the best starting point. We&#8217;ll assess your gum health thoroughly and be honest with you about what&#8217;s needed.<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ea385cc elementor-widget__width-initial SL-home-welcome  SL-Accom-kick SL-contact-touch elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"ea385cc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Is teeth whitening safe? And what about sensitivity?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-17d3b93 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"17d3b93\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Professional teeth whitening, carried out correctly by a qualified dentist, is a well-established and safe treatment. The active ingredients \u2014 hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide \u2014 have been used in clinical dentistry for decades.<\/p><p>Some patients do experience temporary sensitivity during or after treatment, particularly to hot or cold. This is completely normal and usually resolves within a day or two. If you already have sensitive teeth, your dentist may recommend a lower concentration gel or a desensitising treatment alongside whitening.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-07be958 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"07be958\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"392\" src=\"https:\/\/icaredental.co.uk\/croydon\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dental-Hygienist-Croydon_cleanup.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-7531\" alt=\"Dental hygienist Croydon performing professional teeth cleaning\" srcset=\"https:\/\/icaredental.co.uk\/croydon\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dental-Hygienist-Croydon_cleanup.png 720w, https:\/\/icaredental.co.uk\/croydon\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dental-Hygienist-Croydon_cleanup-300x163.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" title=\"\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-79f06ce elementor-widget__width-initial SL-home-welcome  SL-Accom-kick SL-contact-touch elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"79f06ce\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Who we serve around Croydon<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ffe84f0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ffe84f0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>iCare Dental Croydon is centrally located and regularly sees patients from across the local area \u2014 including South Croydon, East Croydon, Purley, Thornton Heath, Addiscombe, Shirley, Norwood, Selsdon, and Waddon. If you&#8217;ve been searching for &#8220;teeth whitening near me&#8221; in the CR0 postcode or surrounding areas, our practice is convenient to reach with flexible appointment times.<\/p><p>We welcome both new and existing patients for whitening consultations \u2014 you don&#8217;t need to be an existing patient to book.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9c35065 elementor-widget__width-initial SL-home-welcome  SL-Accom-kick SL-contact-touch elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"9c35065\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">How does whitening compare to other cosmetic treatments?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5de68b8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5de68b8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Whitening is one of the most cost-effective cosmetic dental treatments available \u2014 but it&#8217;s not always the right solution on its own. If your main concern is colour and brightness, whitening is the ideal starting point. However, if you&#8217;re also looking to address chips, gaps, or shape, you might benefit from\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/icaredental.co.uk\/croydon\/general-treatment\/veneers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">dental veneers<\/a>\u00a0or a full\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/icaredental.co.uk\/croydon\/general-treatment\/smile-makeover\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">smile makeover<\/a>.<\/p><p>If alignment is also a concern, we offer\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/icaredental.co.uk\/croydon\/general-treatment\/invisalign-clear-braces\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Invisalign clear braces in Croydon<\/a>\u00a0\u2014 and many patients choose to whiten after completing their Invisalign treatment for a complete smile transformation. Explore our full\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/icaredental.co.uk\/croydon\/general-treatment\/cosmetic-dentistry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cosmetic dentistry range<\/a>\u00a0to see what&#8217;s possible.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b980dd6 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"b980dd6\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-113d33f elementor-widget__width-initial SL-home-welcome  SL-Accom-kick SL-contact-touch elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"113d33f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0d35d75 elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"0d35d75\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;expanded&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1380\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" open>\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1380\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Q1 Is seeing a dental hygienist the same as having a dental check-up? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1380\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-88c0851 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"88c0851\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-45a76f8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"45a76f8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"295\" data-end=\"566\">No, they are two different appointments with different purposes. A dentist check-up involves examining your teeth, gums, and oral tissues for signs of decay, disease, or other issues, and may include X-rays. A hygienist appointment is focused on cleaning your teeth and educating you on how to look after them at home. Many people benefit from having both regularly, and in a lot of practices the two appointments are scheduled together on the same day.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1381\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"2\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1381\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Q2. Will the hygienist appointment hurt? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1381\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-eaf0034 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"eaf0034\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-67a0fc0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"67a0fc0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1321\">For most people, the appointment is perfectly comfortable. If your gums are inflamed or it has been a long time since your last clean, you may experience some sensitivity during the scaling, but this is usually mild and temporary. If you are anxious about the appointment, let the hygienist know beforehand \u2014 they are used to working with nervous patients and can take a gentler approach or take regular breaks if needed.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1382\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"3\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1382\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Q3. Can I see a dental hygienist without being registered at a dentist? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1382\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-229af45 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"229af45\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-87f95d1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"87f95d1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1381\" data-end=\"1540\">In most cases, yes. Current rules in the UK allow dental hygienists to see patients directly without a referral from a dentist, as long as the patient is aware that they are not receiving a full dental examination. However, it is always recommended to also have regular check-ups with a dentist so that nothing is missed<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1383\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"4\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1383\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Q4. How is a hygienist appointment different from a dentist appointment for gum disease? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1383\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8d7eab4 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"8d7eab4\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9d696d3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9d696d3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1803\" data-end=\"1962\">A dentist will diagnose gum disease and decide on a treatment plan, while the hygienist is typically the person who carries out the treatment. For mild gum disease, this might involve a thorough clean and advice on improving your home routine. For more advanced gum disease, the hygienist might carry out a deeper procedure called root surface debridement, which cleans beneath the gumline. The two professionals work closely together.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1384\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"5\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1384\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Q5. How can I look after my teeth between hygienist appointments? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1384\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3f67839 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"3f67839\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-12ae1d2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"12ae1d2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"2453\" data-end=\"2597\">The basics make a big difference. Brush twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste, and clean between your teeth daily using floss or interdental brushes. Reduce sugary drinks and snacks, avoid smoking, and drink plenty of water throughout the day. Your hygienist will give you specific advice based on your own mouth, so try to put their recommendations into practice between visits \u2014 it means each appointment starts from a better baseline.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6329e70 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"6329e70\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ba265c7 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"ba265c7\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6f4cc4d elementor-widget__width-initial SL-home-welcome  SL-Accom-kick SL-contact-touch elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"6f4cc4d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Ready for a brighter smile in Croydon?\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-180c56f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"180c56f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>iCare Dental Croydon is centrally located and regularly sees patients from across the local area \u2014 including South Croydon, East Croydon, Purley, Thornton Heath, Addiscombe, Shirley, Norwood, Selsdon, and Waddon. If you&#8217;ve been searching for &#8220;teeth whitening near me&#8221; in the CR0 postcode or surrounding areas, our practice is convenient to reach with flexible appointment times.<\/p><p>We welcome both new and existing patients for whitening consultations \u2014 you don&#8217;t need to be an existing patient to book.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f5cc746 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"f5cc746\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4dae071 elementor-align-left elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"4dae071\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" 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