Fisrtly, during a first visit, in addition to getting acquainted, time is also needed for setting up and transferring data to the patient card. In addition, discussing the wishes and the so-called care goal. Filling in a medical list is also part of the intake in order to gain full insight into the patient's situation. During the first appointment with the dental hygienist, a global check is performed an possible also a dental cleaning.

In every tooth (also milk tooth) cavities can form. From an early age 2+ it is important that your child learns that dental and oral care is part of life. Try to make brushing your teeth a pleasant moment. This ensures that your child associates brushing their teeth with something fun.

It is not so easy for children with braces to brush their teeth properly and keep them healthy. But don’t worry, we’re here! The dental hygienist is there to support this oral care.

The fun dental health activities, crafts, and games will help you to reinforce the concepts being taught. For children under the age of 18, this care is included within the health insurance. For children with orthodontic appliances, the advice to visit the Dental Hygienist is every 3 months for extra support for oral care.

The check up consists of a thorough check-up and if necessary drawing up a treatment plan.

Bad breath can be very annoying. You suffer from this yourself, but possibly also your environment. You yourself are not always aware of your bad breath. There is a taboo about it, and it can make you insecure. When you have bad breath, it is often caused by gum disease and bacteria on your tongue and in tartar. Usually due to poor oral hygiene. But bad breath can also indicate other health problems. During this treatment we fight the symptoms and look at the cause of your bad breath.

Regular professional dental cleaning keeps your gums healthy. All tartar, plaque and deposits are removed from your teeth. Afterwards your teeth are polished so they're completely clean and smooth again. How long is the treatment? It depends on the state of your teeth. Plan in intake to find out.

Teeth whitening can be a very effective way of lightening the natural colour of your teeth without removing any of the tooth surface. It cannot make a complete colour change, but it may lighten the existing shade. During the preventive maintenance appointment, the Dental Hygienist can also introduce or explain the teeth whitening options available.

Periodontitis is a common infection that damages the soft tissue and the bone supporting the tooth. Without treatment, the bone around the teeth is slowly and progressively lost. The goal of periodontitis treatment is to thoroughly clean the areas around teeth and prevent damage to the surrounding bone. This will be discussed in detail within the first consultation.

Dental sealants are thin coatings that when painted on the chewing surfaces of the back teeth (molars) can prevent cavities (tooth decay) for many years. Sealants protect the chewing surfaces from cavities by covering them with a protective shield that blocks out germs and food.

Fluoride treatments re-mineralize tooth enamel and reduces sensitivity. Patients who undergo radiation treatment for cancer also benefit from topical fluoride applications.