Recently, some members of our dental team attended a lecture by Dr Gaston King, a specialist in periodontics (looking after the health of gums and the areas of the mouth that support the teeth).
Dr King was passionate about following new guidance from the British Periodontal Society about how to classify gum and periodontal disease, and about formulating treatment plans to manage or improve patients' gum health.
The Expanded Role of Hygienists
Hygienists are a vital part of his and our teams, and it is clear that hygienists can provide much more care for patients than a "simple clean" or scale and polish.
Our dentists and hygienists are keen to keep up to date with this modern approach. If you have some form of gum disease (gingivitis or periodontal disease), you may notice that we are spending more time monitoring and recording your gum health, and that the hygienists may require longer appointments — not just to do some scaling, but also to provide advice and support in the management of your gum disease.
If you have any concerns about the health of your gums or the supporting jaw bone, please do not hesitate to ask any of our dentists or hygienists for advice.