About Dental Hygiene (Scale & Polish)
Dental hygiene appointments are led by our practice director and dental hygienist, Siobhan Whitelaw. Professional scaling removes hardened tartar (calculus) that regular toothbrushing cannot eliminate. ### What your hygiene session includes: - **Ultrasonic & Hand Scaling:** Gentle removal of tartar deposits above and below the gum margin. - **Airflow & Prophy Paste Polish:** Removing external surface stains caused by tea, coffee, wine, and tobacco. - **Periodontal Screening:** Checking gum health and pocket depths. - **Personalized Oral Care Advice:** Tailored recommendations on interdental brushes, floss, and electric brush techniques.
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Common Questions about Dental Hygiene (Scale & Polish)
❓ How much does a dental clean cost under PRSI?
PRSI eligible patients pay only a co-payment of €15 to €38 once per year for a full scale and polish.