Healthy gums and clean teeth are essential for long-term oral health.
At Dr M Frain Ltd, our hygiene care is designed to be comfortable, effective, and personalised.
Whether you’re attending for routine maintenance or need support with gum health, our hygienists provide a calm, caring experience from start to finish.
Daily brushing is essential, but some areas are naturally difficult to clean at home. Regular hygiene appointments help maintain fresh breath, prevent gum disease, reduce inflammation and bleeding, remove plaque and tartar, protect existing dental work such as implants and crowns, and support long-term oral health.
Professional cleaning helps keep your mouth feeling fresh by removing bacteria that brushing alone may miss.
Regular hygiene care reduces the risk of gum disease by managing plaque buildup effectively.
Gentle cleaning supports healthier gums, helping to minimise bleeding and tenderness.
Even with good brushing, some areas are hard to reach; hygiene visits remove stubborn deposits safely.
Implants, crowns, and other restorations benefit from professional maintenance to support their longevity.
Consistent hygiene appointments contribute to better overall oral health and help prevent future issues.
Traditional hygiene often relies on manual scraping to remove plaque and tartar. While effective, it can sometimes feel uncomfortable—especially for patients with sensitivity or dental anxiety.
Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) offers a noticeably gentler, more advanced approach, delivering a deeper clean with far more comfort.
Discover what to expect when you become one of the many patients who choose specialist care and lasting results with Dr Michael Frain Ltd.
Your appointment begins with a gentle assessment of your teeth and gums to identify any areas needing attention and to ensure you’re comfortable before treatment. You’ll then use a BacterX Pro mouthwash, which helps reduce bacteria, freshen the mouth, and prepare your teeth and gums for a thorough clean.
We apply EMS’ Biofilm Discloser to highlight where biofilm — the thin bacterial layer that forms on teeth — is most concentrated. This simple step helps your clinician see exactly where cleaning is needed and ensures a more accurate and effective treatment.
The AIRFLOW® MAX system uses a warm, gentle mix of air, water, and fine powder to remove biofilm from teeth, gums, and soft tissues. It’s a comfortable alternative to traditional scraping and also lifts light staining, leaving your mouth feeling fresh and noticeably smoother.
PERIOFLOW® targets the tiny spaces beneath the gums where bacteria can accumulate. Using a controlled stream of water and powder, it reaches areas that brushing and flossing often miss, helping to support healthier gums and reduce the risk of gum disease.
To complete the appointment, the PIEZON® PS ultrasonic instrument removes plaque and hardened tartar safely and gently. Its precise vibrations make the clean effective yet comfortable, and it’s suitable for implants, crowns, veneers, and other delicate restorations.
Our team is here to support your oral health. Contact us to arrange your hygiene appointment.
Yes. We offer both traditional hygiene appointments and Guided Biofilm Therapy. Standard hygiene appointments involve scaling and polishing to remove plaque, tartar, and surface staining. Guided Biofilm Therapy is a more advanced option that uses specialised technology for a gentler, more targeted clean. Your hygienist will recommend the most suitable option based on your oral health and individual needs.
Most patients benefit from seeing the hygienist every 3 to 6 months, depending on their gum health, lifestyle, and oral hygiene routine. Your dentist or hygienist will recommend the most suitable interval for you based on your individual needs.
Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) is a modern approach to professional dental cleaning that focuses on gently removing biofilm—the bacteria responsible for gum disease and decay. It uses advanced technology to target plaque accurately, resulting in a more thorough and comfortable clean.
Yes. GBT is designed to be gentle and is often more comfortable than traditional hygiene methods. Many patients, including those with sensitive teeth or dental anxiety, find it a much more pleasant experience.
Yes. GBT is safe for veneers, crowns, bridges, and dental implants. The gentle technology used is designed to clean effectively without damaging restorations.
Yes. Maintaining good oral hygiene during pregnancy is important, and GBT is considered safe. Your hygienist will always tailor treatment to ensure comfort and suitability at every stage.
A typical hygiene appointment lasts between 30 and 60 minutes, depending on your oral health and whether additional cleaning is required. Your clinician will advise on timing when booking.
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