Dental Hygiene · Harley Street, Marylebone
Hygiene & Periodontal Therapy
Dental hygiene is the professional cleaning and maintenance of your teeth and gums, and one of the most overlooked aspects of overall health. Research increasingly links the state of your gums directly to your risk of heart disease, diabetes complications, and systemic inflammation. At This Is It Dental, our dedicated hygienists treat every appointment as the clinical priority it deserves, going well beyond a standard clean to actively address the bacterial conditions that threaten your gums, bone, and long-term health.
Why Our Approach Is Different
Founded on Dr. Rena Uberoi's philosophy of unrushed, intentional care, our hygiene protocols focus on the precise removal of bacterial biofilm and calculus using advanced, minimally invasive technologies. We protect the structural integrity of your enamel, eliminate subgingival bacteria, and support your overall systemic health in a calm, highly clinical environment.
In many high-volume London practices, hygiene appointments can feel rushed, a quick, abrasive scrape and polish that leaves patients with sensitive teeth. We do things very differently. We book extended hygiene appointments, allowing our clinicians the time necessary to thoroughly assess your biological health. By replacing archaic metal hand instruments with advanced air-polishing and laser technologies, we deliver a deep, highly effective clean that is genuinely comfortable. We do not just clean your teeth; we actively treat the underlying bacterial infections that threaten your jawbone.
The Clinical Process: What to Expect
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Periodontal Mapping
Before any cleaning begins, we conduct a thorough assessment of your gum health. We measure the depth of your periodontal pockets (the space between the gum and tooth) and record any bleeding indices to establish a baseline of your active inflammation.
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Biofilm Disruption (Airflow)
We primarily utilise Aquacare Airflow technology to gently wash away the sticky bacterial biofilm and surface staining, completely avoiding the friction and vibration of metal tools against your enamel.
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Targeted Calculus Removal
If hardened calculus (tartar) has formed, we use precision ultrasonic instruments that use micro-vibrations to shatter the calculus safely, leaving the underlying enamel completely intact.
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Laser Decontamination (if required)
For patients presenting with active periodontitis, we utilise a near-infrared Biolase diode laser to painlessly vaporise bacteria trapped deep within the gum pockets, promoting rapid cellular healing of the tissue.
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Home Care Strategy
Clinical hygiene is a partnership. We conclude by reviewing your specific brushing technique, recommending the exact interdental tools suited to your anatomy, and creating a sustainable home-care routine.
Advanced Technologies We Use
Aquacare Airflow Therapy
Traditional scaling relies heavily on metal instruments, which can feel abrasive and trigger significant sensitivity. Aggressive cleaning and bleeding gums are exactly what put many patients off attending hygiene appointments in the first place. Aquacare Airflow is a gentle, highly effective alternative: a precisely controlled, warmed stream of water, air, and ultra-fine powder that comfortably eradicates plaque and persistent surface staining. It cleans safely below the gum line and around orthodontic appliances or dental implants without scratching the tooth surface.
Laser-Assisted Periodontics
Untreated gum disease leads to periodontitis, a silent inflammatory condition that progressively destroys the jawbone anchoring your teeth. To treat advanced gum disease non-surgically, Dr. Uberoi's team utilises the Biolase Soft Tissue Laser. The targeted energy safely penetrates the periodontal pocket to destroy diseased tissue and bacteria. Simultaneously, the laser stimulates microcirculation and cellular regeneration, promoting rapid, comfortable healing.
The Systemic Medical Connection
We view your oral health as an integral part of your overall medical well-being. Extensive clinical research demonstrates a strong biological link between the chronic inflammation of periodontitis and severe systemic conditions. Active gum disease allows bacteria to enter the bloodstream, significantly increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease, complicating diabetes management, and triggering broader inflammatory responses throughout the body. A hygiene appointment is not cosmetic maintenance; it is genuine preventive medicine.
Transparent fees
| Routine Periodontal Hygiene (1 hour) | £190 |
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| Aquacare Air Polish | £95 |
| Laser-Assisted Periodontal Therapy | Priced on clinical assessment |
Fees confirmed in writing at your consultation. No treatment proceeds without your agreement.
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Frequently asked questions
Why do my gums bleed when I brush or floss?
Bleeding gums are never normal, they are a direct biological sign of active inflammation caused by plaque accumulation (gingivitis). Left untreated, this progresses to periodontitis and irreversible bone loss. A professional hygiene appointment removes the bacterial irritant so the gum tissue can heal, tighten, and reattach to the tooth.
Does a hygiene appointment hurt?
It should not. Because we rely on warmed Airflow technology and ultrasonic instruments rather than aggressive manual scraping, our hygiene appointments are consistently well-tolerated. If you have extremely sensitive teeth or severely inflamed gums, we can administer a local anaesthetic to ensure you feel absolutely nothing during the clean.
Is Airflow therapy suitable for highly sensitive teeth?
Yes. Airflow is widely considered the most comfortable hygiene option for patients with sensitivity or gum recession, precisely because it eliminates the friction and vibration of metal instruments against exposed dentine. Many patients who have previously dreaded hygiene appointments find it entirely manageable.
Can the hygienist remove staining from smoking, coffee, or tea?
Yes. The Airflow system is highly efficient at lifting extrinsic (surface) staining caused by tea, coffee, red wine, and smoking. It safely restores the natural baseline shade of your teeth without chemical bleaching agents, the result is a noticeably brighter smile without a single drop of whitening gel.
How often do I actually need a hygiene appointment?
Every six months is a reasonable starting point, but periodontal health is highly individual. If you have a history of gum disease, heavy calculus build-up, orthodontic braces, dental implants, or systemic risk factors such as diabetes, Dr. Uberoi's team will advise a tighter recall interval, such as every three or four months, to maintain biological stability.
What is the difference between a dentist and a hygienist?
A dentist diagnoses and treats the teeth themselves. A dental hygienist is a registered dental care professional focusing exclusively on the health of the supporting structures, your gums and the underlying bone. They are the experts in preventing and managing periodontal disease, and their work is fundamental to keeping your natural teeth for life.
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