At Burford Dental on Alpers Avenue our experienced Oral Health Therapists and Dental Hygienists can help you keep your Smile and Oral Health in tip-top condition.

Dental Hygiene

Kind of like an oral Warrant of Fitness!

Our Hygienists are trained in the latest preventative Oral Health procedures and will ensure that your teeth, your gums, your mouth and even your throat remain healthy, looking good and feeling great.

It is important to visit the hygienist on a regular basis to prevent any future problems that could arise from these areas causing:

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    Bad breath (halitosis) – not good for socialising!
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    Stained teeth
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    A build-up of tartar
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    Bleeding gums
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    Receding gums
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    Tooth sensitivity
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    Tooth decay
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    Loose teeth and even tooth loss

Symptoms like bad breath and teeth staining can interfere with your social life and daily activities, making you self-conscious about your smile. One of the more serious concerns is the effect poor oral health and teeth cleaning can have on your overall health.

Our Hygienists and Oral Health Therapists will:

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    Teach you how and when to floss, and what type of floss is best for your teeth.
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    Tell you the type of toothbrush that is best suited to your teeth and how long you should be brushing your teeth for thoroughly check your gums and your teeth to make sure there are no hidden oral problems such as early warning signs of periodontitis and even oral cancer.
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    Tell you the type of toothbrush that is best suited to your teeth and how long you should be brushing your teeth for thoroughly check your gums and your teeth to make sure there are no hidden oral problems such as early warning signs of periodontitis and even oral cancer.

Did you know that Oral Health Therapists have replaced the School Dental Nurses and can treat children up to 18 years of age on the Dental Benefits System where the cost is met by the Government?