The oral hygienist is a Diagnostic and Therapeutic professional who provides care in the area of oral health promotion, either in clinical settings or in public health institutions.

Through regular check-ups every 6 months, it is possible to prevent the appearance of some type of pathologies such as dental caries, gingivitis and periodontitis, as well as guarantee that all the treatments carried out are as successful as the dental specialists expect.

By betting on prevention, we can avoid some risk factors for certain diseases, such as cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, etc.

These appointments are also beneficial for patients who avoid going to the dentist out of fear, as by regularly visiting their hygienist, the likelihood of more uncomfortable treatments and procedures is reduced.

Usually the treatments carried out in this appointment are:

– Diagnosis of dental problems

– Removal of tartar, bacterial plaque and dental pigment (scaling and tooth polishing)

– Oral Hygiene Instructions: Practical teaching of brushing, flossing, using a spiral brush, etc. Scaling should be carried out before starting any type of dental treatment.