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Oral hygiene services
Our oral hygiene clinic is a 15 minute appointment with either a dental hygienist or an oral health educator. There is a charge of £15 for this service. This includes the provision of an orthodontic toothbrush, travel toothpaste and disclosing tablets, which help indicate where plaque is collecting so you know which teeth need more attention when cleaning.
What happens during my appointment?
The clinic begins with a discussion on the importance of effective tooth brushing and removing plaque daily to prevent damage to the gums. An effective tooth brushing technique is demonstrated and shown on dental models. You will then be asked to show how well you have understood by brushing away all the disclosing solution on your teeth. A gentle scrub technique is recommended as the best way of cleaning your teeth.
Angle your toothbrush so it lays half on the gum and tooth at the gum margin, and brush one or two teeth at a time, for a count of ten. Start on the lower outside, inside and tops of teeth, then move onto the upper jaw and do the same. It is recommended that you brush morning and night, and after every meal and snack while undergoing orthodontic treatment.
Once the hygienist/educator is happy with the way you brush, they will briefly discuss your diet and how fizzy drinks must be avoided during treatment. They will also suggest reducing the amount of sugary foods to mealtimes only, and give you a list of safe snacks and drinks.
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Wakefield
Borough Road
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF1 3AZ
01924 369 696
wakefieldreception@trinityortho.co.uk
For emergency appointments that are out of hours please call 111.
Barnsley
46 Shambles Street
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S70 2SH
01226 770010
barnsleyreception@trinityortho.co.uk
For emergency appointments that are out of hours please call 111.
Selby
New Lane
Shelby
North Yorkshire
YO8 4QB
01757 701718
selbyreception@trinityortho.co.uk
For emergency appointments that are out of hours please call 111.
Goole
Goole & District Hospital
Woodland Avenue
Goole
DN14 6RX
01757 701718
selbyreception@trinityortho.co.uk
For emergency appointments that are out of hours please call 111.