Direct Access Hygiene Appointments at The Tooth Place

What Is Direct Access?

Direct Access means you can book an appointment with a dental hygienist directly — no need to see a dentist first. Thanks to changes in NHS and GDC guidelines, hygienists are now able to provide scale and polish treatments and oral health advice independently, as long as the treatment is within their professional scope.

Why Choose Direct Access at The Tooth Place?

Dental work Confidence Boost – Enjoy a fresher, brighter smile

Convenient – No dentist referral required
Flexible – Appointments that work around your schedule
Effective – Maintain clean teeth and healthy gums
Pre-treatment Care – Ideal before restorative or cosmetic dental work
Confidence Boost – Enjoy a fresher, brighter smile

What to Expect During Your Appointment?

During your visit, here’s what typically happens. Your hygienist will:

1. Carry out a professional scale and polish using state-of-the-art Guided Biofilm Therapy.
2. Apply preventive treatments to protect your teeth and gums.
3. Offer tailored advice to help manage or prevent gum disease.
4. Discuss your dental history and recommend seeing a dentist if necessary.

Our hygienists always work within their professional limits. If a treatment requires a dentist or prescription, you’ll be referred promptly.

Who Can Book Direct Access?

Whether you’re a new or existing patient, you’re welcome to book a hygiene appointment directly with us. You don’t need to be registered with a dentist at The Tooth Place to use this service.

Take control of your oral health with direct access to our dental hygiene team.
Contact The Tooth Place today to book your hygiene appointment — no dentist referral needed.

Standard Hygiene Appointments at The Tooth Place

Routine hygiene visits are a vital part of keeping your teeth and gums healthy. At The Tooth Place, our standard hygiene appointments not only help prevent gum disease, but also leave your smile feeling fresher and looking brighter by removing surface stains along the gum line.

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Why Routine Hygiene Matters

Good oral health begins with consistency. Regular hygienist appointments help to:

Remove biofilm from teeth and gums
Reduce the risk of gingivitis and periodontal (gum) disease
Keep your breath fresh
Help you understand how your lifestyle choices impact your oral health

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‍Classic Scale and Polish

Ideal for patients with a low risk of gum disease and minimal biofilm.

Plaque and tartar removal (manual and/or ultrasonic scaling)
Oral hygiene assessment
Gum disease screening
Standard tooth polish
Dietary advice
Interdental cleaning
Guidance on using dental aids

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‍Classic Scale and Airflow® Polish

Recommended for patients with either low or moderate risk of gum disease and visible biofilm.

Plaque and tartar removal
Airflow®polishing to eliminate stubborn stains and biofilm
Interdental cleaning
Oral hygiene assessment and gum screening
Standard polish
Lifestyle and dietary advice
Support using cleaning tools at home

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‍Our Hygiene Philosophy: Diagnose, Educate, Treat, Maintain

Every hygiene appointment at The Tooth Place follows four guiding principles:

Diagnose – We assess your gum and tooth health thoroughly.
Educate – You’ll receive clear, practical advice on maintaining oral hygiene at home.
Treat – We remove biofilm and address minor issues early.
Maintain – Our goal is to help you prevent problems before they start.

✅ Book Your Hygiene Appointment

Don’t wait for a problem to appear —prevention is the best medicine.
Book your standard hygiene appointment at The Tooth Place today and keep yoursmile in top condition.