Dental Hygiene & Cleaning (GBT)

A professional hygiene visit removes plaque, tartar and surface staining that cannot be cleaned away at home, helping to keep gums healthy and prevent decay. At Smile Studio the full clean uses Guided Biofilm Therapy — a combination of ultrasonic scaling, air-polishing and polishing — and can be finished with a fluoride application. Regular hygiene appointments are associated with healthier gums and fresher breath, and let the dentist spot problems early.

Professional dental hygiene is the cornerstone of preventive care. Even with good brushing and flossing, hardened deposits (tartar or calculus) build up in places that cannot be reached at home, and the bacteria in plaque are the main driver of gum disease and tooth decay. A hygiene visit removes these deposits and surface staining, leaving the teeth clean and smooth and helping to keep the gums healthy. Smile Studio's full clean uses Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT), a modern protocol that combines gentle air-polishing with a fine powder and warm water to remove biofilm and stain, followed by ultrasonic scaling to lift away tartar and a final polish. The appointment can be tailored: a complete GBT visit, a clean finished with a protective fluoride application, scaling alone, or fluoride and oral-hygiene instruction as standalone items. As well as cleaning, the visit is an opportunity for the clinician to check the health of the gums, point out areas that are being missed and give personalised brushing and interdental-cleaning advice. Keeping to a regular hygiene schedule — commonly every six months, or more often for those prone to gum problems — is associated with healthier gums, reduced staining and fresher breath, and it helps the dental team identify decay, gum changes or other issues while they are still small and simple to treat. How often you should attend is advised based on the condition of your gums and your individual risk.