Oral Hygiene Stabilisation
With a hygienist.
- Scale and polish above the gum line (supra gingival)
- Full-mouth fluoride varnish, unless contraindicated
- Floss each contact
- Personalised interdental sizing
£120
General Dentistry
Dental Hygiene
Healthier gums. A fresher, cleaner smile.
The same trusted care, with even more benefits. Explore enhanced oral hygiene stabilisation, Airflow and composite servicing with a hygienist. Full arch implant servicing is provided by an implantologist.
- Direct-access appointments in Leeds and Barnsley
- Professional removal of plaque and hardened calculus
- Airflow polishing for surface stains and biofilm
- Personalised guidance for healthier gums at home
Care shaped around your gum health and goals.
Our enhanced hygiene services offer the same trusted care, with even more benefits: a more complete approach to prevention, alongside dedicated composite and full arch implant servicing appointments.
Advanced Oral Hygiene Stabilisation
With a hygienist.
- Scale and polish above and below the gum line (supra and sub gingival)
- Full-mouth fluoride varnish, unless contraindicated
- Floss each contact
- Personalised interdental sizing
£180
Composite Servicing Appointment
With a hygienist.
Exclusively for patients who have had composite bonding placed at Vitruvian. Dedicated servicing helps maintain your composite and its finish; unsuitable traditional cleaning or polishing techniques can scratch the surface.
- Professional full-mouth cleaning tailored to your composite bonding
- Air polishing to clean the composite while caring for its surface
- Specialised silicone polishing discs with embedded diamonds
- Careful polishing to refresh the finish to the Vitruvian standard
- Assessment of small chips and wear, with polishing and small chip repairs where suitable and within the applicable timeframe
£195
Airflow Professional Stain Removal
With a hygienist.
- Airflow
- Scale and polish
- Floss each contact
£160
Full Arch Implant Servicing Appointment
With an implantologist. Single or dual arch.
- Removal and cleaning of the implant bridge
- Low-abrasive Airflow around the implants
- Replacement of overdenture rubber rings
- Abutment screw replacement if necessary
- Full-mouth X-ray to assess the health of the implants and bone
£295
Why Hygiene Matters
Plaque hardens. Your toothbrush cannot remove it.
Plaque collects naturally throughout the day. When it is not removed completely, it can harden into calculus around and below the gum line. At that stage, brushing alone is no longer enough and professional cleaning is needed.
Left unmanaged, plaque and calculus can contribute to:
Bleeding or inflamed gums
Persistent bad breath
Gum disease
Tooth decay
Surface staining
An unpleasant taste
A healthier smile, beautifully maintained.
Your care is tailored to the appointment you choose, with your comfort and individual needs in mind. The service cards above explain the inclusions for each hygiene or servicing appointment.
Listen and assess
We discuss bleeding, sensitivity, staining, previous treatment and anything making you feel self-conscious.
Remove build-up
Your hygienist carefully removes plaque and hardened calculus from the areas brushing cannot fully reach.
Polish and refresh
We polish the teeth and, when selected, use Airflow to lift biofilm and stubborn surface staining.
Protect the result
You leave with realistic advice, suitable cleaning tools and a recommended recall interval based on your needs.
The Vitruvian Standard
Clinical precision with a premium experience.
Our hygiene team brings together thorough preventive care and the attention to detail associated with our cosmetic dentistry. The aim is not simply to make your teeth feel clean on the day, but to help you maintain healthier gums and protect your smile between visits.
Every appointment takes place within our purpose-designed studios, with clear explanations, premium equipment and a team that values your comfort as much as the clinical result.
Everything you need to know before your visit.
Can I book a hygienist without seeing a dentist first?
Yes. We offer direct-access hygiene appointments, so you can book a professional clean without having a dental examination first. If your hygienist identifies something requiring a dentist's assessment, we will explain the finding and help you arrange the appropriate appointment.
What is the difference between a scale and polish and Airflow?
A scale and polish removes plaque and hardened calculus before polishing the tooth surfaces. Airflow uses a controlled stream of air, warm water and fine powder to remove biofilm and lift surface staining. Your hygienist can advise which option best matches your needs.
How often should I see a dental hygienist?
There is no single interval for everyone. Your ideal recall depends on your gum health, plaque levels, medical history, smoking status, previous treatment and home-care routine. We will recommend a personalised interval after your appointment.
Will a hygiene appointment hurt?
You may notice some sensitivity if your gums are inflamed or there is significant build-up, but we will work carefully and adapt the appointment around your comfort. Please tell us about sensitivity or anxiety before treatment begins so we can plan accordingly.
Can dental hygiene help with bad breath?
Professional cleaning can reduce plaque, calculus and gum inflammation that may contribute to bad breath. We will also discuss cleaning around the gum line and between the teeth. Persistent bad breath can have several causes, so further assessment may sometimes be recommended.
Can Airflow whiten my teeth?
Airflow removes external surface staining and may reveal a cleaner, brighter appearance, but it does not change the underlying shade of the teeth. If you would like to lighten your natural tooth colour, we can explain professional teeth-whitening options separately.
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