━ Dental hygiene care in Birmingham
Healthier gums.
A cleaner smile.
Professional hygiene care can help prevent gum problems, remove stubborn build-up and make daily cleaning more effective. Visit our friendly team in Erdington for care shaped around your mouth.
━ Focus
Teeth, gums and prevention
━ Care
Professional, tailored cleaning
━ Advice
Home care shaped around you
━ Location
Erdington, Birmingham
━ Why hygiene care matters
Small habits make
a lasting difference.
Plaque collects around teeth every day. If it is not removed effectively, it can irritate the gums and harden into tartar. A hygienist can remove deposits that are difficult to reach at home and help you refine the way you clean between appointments.
Gums that bleed when brushing or flossing
Persistent bad breath or an unpleasant taste
Visible tartar or staining around the teeth
Advice for cleaning implants, bridges or braces
━ The benefits of professional hygiene care
Support for your smile, beyond a clean.
A hygiene visit combines professional cleaning with practical prevention tailored to your oral health.
Plaque and tartar removal
Gum health support
Fresher breath
Personal prevention advice
Surface stain reduction
A professional clean may reduce some everyday surface staining from tea, coffee, tobacco and other sources.
Ongoing maintenance
━ Suitability, treatment & aftercare
What dental hygiene treatment involves.
Before your clean
Your hygienist asks about your daily routine, sensitivity and concerns
Teeth and gums are checked for plaque, tartar and signs of inflammation
Tell the hygienist about implants, bridges, braces or areas that feel tender
During treatment
Hardened plaque and tartar are removed carefully from around the teeth and gumline
The teeth may be polished where appropriate to reduce some surface staining
The approach is adjusted to your comfort and any sensitivity
Ongoing gum care
You receive practical brushing and interdental cleaning guidance
Cleaning advice is tailored around restorations, implants or orthodontic appliances
A suitable recall interval is recommended according to your gum health
━ Dental hygiene fees
Dental hygiene costs, itemised.
Fees depend on your individual needs and the treatment agreed. Everything is confirmed in writing after your assessment.
Scale & polish (hygienist / therapist)
Professional cleaning and personalised home-care guidance
£62 – £160
Scale & polish (dentist)
Cleaning carried out by your dentist at your check-up
£50 – £76
Advanced gum treatment
Fresher breath treatment, charged per quadrant
£195 – £780
Guide prices only. Your exact fees are confirmed in a written treatment plan following examination.
━ Your hygiene appointment
Professional care. Useful guidance.
01
Talk through your concerns
Your hygienist will ask about your routine, sensitivity and any changes you have noticed in your gums or mouth.
02
Assess teeth and gums
The appointment begins with a careful review of plaque, tartar and signs that your gums may need extra support.
03
Professional cleaning
Deposits are removed carefully, with polishing where appropriate and an approach adjusted to your comfort.
04
Plan your home care
You will leave with clear, realistic guidance on brushing, interdental cleaning and when to return.
━ Questions answered
Dental hygiene FAQs.
Find straightforward answers to common questions about professional dental hygiene care.
A dental hygienist focuses on prevention and gum health. Appointments can include assessing your gums, removing plaque and tartar, polishing the teeth where appropriate, and giving tailored home-care advice.
The right interval depends on your gum health, medical history and individual risk factors. Your dentist or hygienist will recommend a schedule based on your needs rather than a fixed timetable for everyone.
Many people find hygiene treatment comfortable, although sensitive or inflamed gums can feel tender. Tell your hygienist about any sensitivity so they can adapt the appointment and keep you informed throughout.
A professional clean may reduce some external surface stains. It does not change the natural colour of the teeth in the same way as whitening, and results depend on the type and depth of staining.
Yes. Six Ways Dental Practice is in Erdington and welcomes patients from across Birmingham, including Sutton Coldfield and nearby communities.
Ready to care for your teeth and gums?
Contact our Erdington reception team to ask about a dental hygiene appointment and find a suitable next step.
