Ensuring a healthy smile starts with regular visits to an oral hygienist. At Vermilion, we understand the importance of helping you to maintain optimal oral health.
Our skilled dental hygienists in Edinburgh and Kelso offer personalised care, from professional mechanical plaque removal, periodontal treatment, management of stained teeth and tooth whitening. With our welcoming approach and convenient appointments, prioritising your periodontal health has never been easier.
Caring for your teeth and gums is essential for your overall health. Gum disease, a common cause of tooth loss, can be associated with serious medical conditions such as strokes and heart disease. Our hygienists prioritise preventive care to preserve your gum health, detecting and addressing oral health problems at an early stage.
During your hygienist appointment, we remove stubborn plaque and tartar, and coach you on what to do at home to maximise your chances of retaining your teeth. This not only shields your smile from harmful bacteria but also contributes to fresher breath. Prevention is better than cure.
During your appointment at Vermilion, our experienced dental hygienists in Edinburgh and Kelso will carefully assess your periodontal indices, collecting objective measurements of the status of your gums. They will share this data with you and formulate a treatment plan bespoke to your needs based on these numbers. They will set targets, in particular for your plaque score!
Professional mechanical plaque removal at Vermilion involves the use of EMS Airflow and ultrasonics to render the roots of your teeth free of tartar. This is highly skilled work which, with modern equipment including heated water, is not at all painful. Tartar is the enemy. With tartar professionally removed your gums will return to health – and your breath will smell better. This has a big impact on a patient’s confidence.
Finally, and most importantly, our hygienists will take the time to educate you on proper oral hygiene measures and techniques, tailored to your individual needs, including brushing, flossing and using interdental brushes. It is amazing how few people actually know how to correctly brush their teeth!
Our hygienists understand that each patient has unique dental needs. Whether you have bridges, dentures, orthodontic treatment or dental implants, we’ll provide specific care to address those needs effectively. With our expertise and guidance, you can feel confident that your mouth can stay clean and healthy between appointments and beyond.
At Vermilion, we go beyond standard oral hygiene services to offer specialised treatments like implant care treatment and tooth whitening.
Implant Cleaning
While regular brushing and flossing are usually sufficient to maintain implant cleanliness, occasional professional cleaning may be necessary to eliminate stubborn bacteria. We advise scheduling specialist dental implant cleaning regularly for thorough plaque and calculus removal. Our dentists use the latest equipment and techniques, like ultrasonic scalers and EMS Airflow, to target hard-to-reach areas, promoting the longevity of your implants and overall oral well-being.
Teeth Whitening
At Vermilion, our dental hygienists offer professional teeth whitening treatments to enhance your smile. During your appointment, we explain the procedure and take impressions for custom trays if needed. The treatment consists of four 15-minutes sessions, where a special light activates the whitening gel applied to your teeth. Afterwards, you’ll receive whitening trays to use at home, included in the overall cost. This treatment is not sensitive on the teeth due to the product Vermilion uses.
With Vermilion’s oral hygiene services, you can count on expert support tailored to your unique dental needs. Whether you’re seeking preventive care or managing periodontal disease, our hygienists are here to support your journey to a healthier smile.
We’re proud of our recognition since 2016 by the British Dental Association with the Good Practice accreditation. Additionally, we’re honoured to have received two prestigious awards ‘Referral Practice of the Year North’ and ‘Best Patient Care Scotland and Northern Ireland’ at the Private Dentistry Awards 2022. These awards showcase our dedication to upholding the highest standards for our patients and staff.
We understand that dental anxiety can be daunting. That’s why we prioritise creating a welcoming and supportive environment at our clinic. With our extensive experience, we’ve found that taking things one step at a time and listening to your concerns can greatly ease any apprehensions. Your comfort is our top priority, and we offer sedation options for those who may feel nervous or anxious.
If you are unable to attend, please contact our reception team to reschedule. We require 48 hours’ notice to cancel or re-arrange appointments. Failure to attend or failing to provide 48 hours notice when cancelling appointments will result in you being charged a fee of up to 100% depending on treatment fee or based on appointment length at £350 per hour, whichever is less.
We will always take exceptional circumstances into account if the unforeseen happens and you have reason to cancel an appointment at short notice.
Dental hygienists are registered dental professionals who educate you to manage your own oral care and keep your whole mouth healthy through the prevention and treatment of periodontal (gum) disease. By educating patients on how to maintain healthy gums and having a holistic approach to a patient’s general health, many chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease and rheumatoid arthritis can be positively affected.
A dental hygienist is a dental professional and an oral health educator who takes a holistic approach to managing and maintaining the ongoing health of their patients. At Vermilion, our dental hygienists also assist in the maintenance of your dental implants and conduct clinical gum examinations. We will professionally remove plaque from above the gum line and, in some cases, below the gum with the use of local anaesthetics if required.
You may have been referred to Vermilion as part of your dental implant journey or because you are experiencing bleeding gums. Dental hygiene treatment advice is vital to help prevent dental disease, if left untreated, this could exacerbate underlying health issues.
The majority of patients at Vermilion are having dental implant treatment. The single most important factor for long-term success with dental implants is the patient’s ability to maintain immaculate oral hygiene. Our hygienists help you to achieve the best long-term return on your dental investment.
Yes, as a dental hygienist, our main role is to prevent and treat gum disease.
Regular visits to a dental hygienist are typically recommended every three, six or twelve months to maintain optimal oral health. However, the frequency may vary depending on individual factors such as your susceptibility to periodontal disease, oral hygiene habits, overall health, and the presence of any dental or medical conditions.
Dental hygienists play a crucial role in preventing gum disease (Periodontitis) by providing vital education to allow patients to control or prevent gum disease. Additionally, dental hygienists can identify early signs of dental disease during routine appointments and provide personalised recommendations for prevention and treatment.
At Vermilion, we have a team of clinicians who provide specialist dental treatments and who carry out other aspects of the dental treatment that you have been referred to us for. Our dental hygienists are specially trained to assist in the treatment of patients with dental implants, periodontal disease and those who are undergoing orthodontic treatment.
Dedicated to ensuring our patients are educated on excellent oral hygiene, including correct brushing techniques and plaque control measures, our dental hygienists dedicate our time to tailoring a course of treatment that’s fitting to your needs.
Yes, you can.
It’s unlikely that you’ll experience any pain during your dental hygiene treatment. You may experience slight discomfort if you have gum disease or poor oral health, but this can be managed by our skilled dental hygienists.
