Dental hygiene appointments in Sheffield from £89
Gentle, thorough professional cleaning to protect your gums, freshen your breath and keep your smile healthy for the long term.
Gentle, considered hygiene care, tailored to you
A dental hygiene appointment focuses on the health of your teeth and gums. It removes plaque and tartar, supports healthy gums and helps prevent common problems such as gum disease and tooth decay.
At Harley Private Dental, hygiene care is delivered with a gentle, considered approach, tailored to your needs and your comfort. We take the time to explain what we're doing, work at your pace and show you how to keep your mouth healthy between visits. You don't need a new patient exam to book direct.
What is a dental hygiene appointment?
A hygiene appointment is a professional clean of your teeth and gums. It removes plaque, hardened tartar and surface staining that brushing alone can't reach, and includes an assessment of your gum health and personalised advice to help you look after your mouth at home.
Regular hygiene care plays an important role in protecting long-term oral health. It also provides the healthy foundation that every other treatment relies on, from fillings and implants to whitening and straightening.
Many people put off a hygiene visit because they're worried it will be uncomfortable. Most appointments are very comfortable, and we'll adjust our approach if your gums are sensitive.
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What your hygiene appointment includes
Your hygiene appointment is a calm, unhurried session with a dental professional focused entirely on your gums and teeth. Here's what to expect.
An assessment of your gum health. Your hygienist checks your gums for signs of inflammation, bleeding and recession, and notes how your mouth is changing over time. Healthy gums don't bleed, so this is where early problems are caught.
Removal of plaque and tartar. Plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that builds up on teeth daily. If it isn't removed, it hardens into tartar, which only a professional can clean off. Using gentle instruments, we remove deposits from above and just below the gumline, including the areas that are hardest to reach at home.
Polishing. Once your teeth are clean, we polish them to remove surface staining from tea, coffee, red wine and tobacco, leaving them smooth and less likely to hold new deposits.
Personalised home-care advice. Your hygienist looks at how you clean at home and recommends what will work for you, including brushing technique, flossing or interdental cleaning, and suitable products.
A plan for your next visit. Not everyone needs the same schedule. Many patients benefit from a visit every six months, but this varies with your gum health, so we'll recommend an interval that suits you.
Hygiene appointment - £89
Your complete first appointment with a private dentist.
Assessment of gum health
Removal of plaque and tartar
Polishing
Personalised brushing and interdental cleaning advice
Recommendations for your next visit
Practice plans from £13.12 p/month
Spread the cost of routine care with a monthly membership that includes regular examinations and hygiene appointments.
Plan one: 1 examination and 1 hygiene appointment per year, £13.12 a month
Plan two: 2 examinations and 2 hygiene appointments per year, £26.78 a month
Plan three: 2 examinations and 4 hygiene appointments per year, £38.85 a month
Family plans available
Book your hygiene appointment at Harley Private
Your hygiene appointment is designed to be comfortable and informative. We'll clean your teeth, check your gums and give you clear advice, with no pressure and no obligation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Practical guidance to help you understand our care, treatments and what to expect.
How often should I have a dental hygiene appointment?
For many patients, every six months, though it depends on your gum health and individual needs. Your clinician will recommend a schedule that suits you.
How much is a hygiene appointment in Sheffield?
A hygiene appointment at Harley Private Dental costs £89. You can also spread the cost with a practice plan from £13.12 a month.
Will a hygiene appointment be painful?
Most are comfortable. Some patients feel mild sensitivity, particularly if their gums are inflamed. Your hygienist will work gently and adjust their approach to your comfort, so tell us if you feel anything.
Will I receive treatment during the exam?
No. The appointment is focused on assessment and planning. Any treatment you need is discussed and arranged separately, unless you need urgent care.
Do I need X-rays at my new patient exam?
X-rays are taken only if clinically necessary, and we'll discuss them with you beforehand.
Do I need a new patient exam before booking a hygiene appointment?
No. Direct access hygiene appointments don't require a new patient exam. If your hygienist finds something that needs a dentist's attention, they'll recommend one.
Does a hygiene appointment whiten teeth?
It removes surface staining, so your teeth feel cleaner and look brighter, but it doesn't change their natural colour. If you'd like whitening, we offer professional dentist-supervised systems.
What's the difference between scale and polish and a hygiene appointment?
A scale and polish is the cleaning at the heart of a hygiene appointment. Your appointment also includes a gum health assessment and personalised advice.
Can I have a hygiene appointment before whitening or bonding?
Yes, and we recommend it. A clean surface helps whitening work evenly and helps bonding match your natural teeth.
What if I'm nervous about visiting the dentist?
That's very common. Tell us at the start and we'll go at your pace, explain everything clearly and welcome questions throughout.
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