Hygiene and Gum Care

Routine dental hygiene visits and at home gum care can be the key to a beautiful, healthy, natural smile. Our team can support your daily oral hygiene routine with in-clinic appointments.

The Importance of Gum Care

At home and in-clinic care for your gums and overall oral hygiene are designed to support a natural, healthy smile. Early gum disease is very common and this can be treated and well-managed with good dental hygiene; however, if left untreated, gum disease can develop into a serious dental condition which can eventually result in tooth loss.

We all wish for a healthy, natural smile and gum health really is the foundation to achieving this. At Wish Dental, we offer a range of periodontal services that are designed to create a great base of oral hygiene for you to then maintain and build upon at home. After all, prevention is better than cure and by exploring these services, you better your chances of not having to invest in others.

What is Gum Disease?

Gum disease in its early stages is common amongst adults. It is caused by plaque, which is a constantly forming, sticky film of bacteria that builds up on the teeth and around the gums. Signs of gum disease can include bleeding gums and bad breath. Untreated, it can worsen to cause a lot of discomfort and eventually tooth loss.

Periodontal Services at Wish Dental

Preventing gum disease is a two-step approach: at home oral hygiene and professional periodontal services. At Wish Dental, we have a range of services available in-clinic with our expert Hygienist team:

  • Periodontal assessment
  • Scaling and polishing teeth - our air flow machine can remove large areas of staining in just one session
  • Topical Sodium fluoride varnish application
  • Preventative dental disease treatment

Our periodontal services are designed to assess, prevent and treat gum disease and a consultation with the team at Wish Dental can help you design a plan of treatment that is best suited to your needs.

Oral Hygiene at Home

When it comes to looking after your oral hygiene at home, there are many steps that can be taken. Some of these steps are well-known, basic routine where others may be an addition to your dental care at home but will take you one step closer to the healthy, natural smile you have been wishing for.

As well as brushing twice a day, we recommend using an electric toothbrush if possible. Studies show that electric toothbrushes can be up to 21% more effective at removing plaque and the small brush head is typically better for cleaning hard to reach areas of the mouth.

There are other teeth brushing techniques that can be more effective for thoroughly removing teeth without being too vigorous, including holding the brush at a 45-degree angle to the tooth.

Interdental cleaning is a great addition to your dental hygiene routine at home and can include flossing, Tepes or a Waterpik. Your Wish Dental Hygienist will be able to talk you through all these options, demonstrate and help you decide which is best for you to continue at home.

Transform Your Gum Health at Wish Dental

Healthy gums need not be just a wish. Improve your natural smile with the support of the team at Wish Dental with our periodontal services and gum health advice.

As highly qualified, experienced Dentists, the team at Wish Dental are well-versed in the basics of dental hygiene and gum health, so you’re in safe hands with us. We’re able to assess your current oral hygiene and create a bespoke treatment plan to provide you with the best results.

To book an appointment to discuss gum health, or any other treatment that may be right for you, including our transformative work such as Veneers, Crowns and Implants, call us on 01625 874667.

Our practice is open Monday-Friday with evening appointments available on Mondays and Wednesdays.

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After suffering with a very painful tooth I needed an extraction which was completed by Tom who put me at ease and explained everything all the way through, with advice for after care. Would definitely recommend Wish.

Anne Bostock

I required a filling, and a tooth extraction this morning. Sion is an outstanding dentist. Very informative throughout the appointment. Chatty as well, which puts me at ease. He went through some aftercare as well. No pain suffered. Thank you Sion.

Russell Bingham

I have always been very pleased with every aspect of customer care service and experience at Wish Dental. It is the only dental surgery I have ever been to of which I can honestly say I have never experienced any pain or discomfort. I would not hesitate to recommend Wish Dental and in fact I have done so to several of my friends.

Paul Curran

I have only wonderful things to say about Wish. My teeth have never been less troublesome, I am no longer petrified, they are always friendly and accommodating and the practice itself is spotless, modern and calming. I have always hated the dentist and Wish has completely changed my mind.

Anna Davies

Great service. Always quick to answer the phones, appointment times to fit you. Appointments run on time. Staff are always professional, friendly and helpful. Staff are knowledgeable and answer any questions. Would certainly recommend.

Julie Ford

Amazing and friendly staff who really do go over and above. Whether a routine checkup or a procedure they always put the patient first, informing, educating and making you feel at ease. Reasonably priced too for a private dentist. I would highly recommend Wish to anyone and everyone!

David Evans

We’re lucky to have Wish as our dental specialist. The 6 monthly check ups with Sion ensure any possible issues are highlighted and dealt with before they’re a bigger problem. Sion is thorough, friendly and re-assuring. I enjoy the hygenist visits with Hayley, who details my teeth with great care and precision. Thanks, Mark

Mark White

Being a nervous patient I can’t recommend ‘Wish’ enough. All the staff are fantastic, so friendly and caring. Lucinda and Emilie are incredible. I have never felt so at ease with a dentist and their nurse. They genuinely care and take their time. I honestly can’t thank them enough for looking after me each time. Thank you, you have no idea the difference you make, with your big smiles and caring manner.

Alison Hall

Tom has been my dentist for some years. I have had a number of different implants prior to being a patient at Wish Dental. Due to the differing implants it has made creating implant bridges a challenge. On every occasion, Tom has come up with innovative solutions working with the dental lab to create implant bridges that look and function superbly. Thank you Tom and the team.

Karen Williams

My family have been with Wish Dental since it opened in Poynton. The staff are friendly and efficient and the hygienist is very thorough. Our dentist, Sion, is excellent and we have confidence in his care of our teeth. On the rare occasion we have needed treatment we have no problem in getting an early appointment. Overall, I have no hesitation in recommending this practice.

Diana Lines

I could not recommend Tom and his team more highly. My daughter has had ongoing issues with a tooth needing a Root Canal. Everyone went above and beyond - than you soo much we couldn't have got through it without you.

Zoe & Alice

Excellent first appointment with Wish. The staff were very polite professional and friendly. Good quality service and reasonably priced. Lucy didn’t try to sell me more services than needed and provided me with more focussed relevant information than I’ve ever had previously.

Joanna Larkin

I’m always happy to visit Hayley and her assistant for a thorough clean with such expertise in a warm and friendly environment. Over the weekend I lost a filling and dropped Wish Dental an email for an appointment. I was very grateful to be contacted first thing Monday and by the same afternoon, Hayley had sorted my tooth swiftly and perfectly; most impressed, thank you.

Elizabeth White

My first visit today and what a wonderful, friendly and helpful team at Wish Dental. I received excellent treatment and help. I have come away with a treatment plan that was explained to me and that I am delighted with. I have every confidence that I am going to receive excellent treatment and highly recommend Wish Dental.

Lesley Dawes

After not visiting the dentist for almost 2 years, I was very nervous about having 2 fillings! But all the team were very caring and Tom made sure I was comfortable and reassured me all the way through my treatments, explaining each stage! I felt so happy when I left knowing that it's done and it really wasn't that bad. I won't be leaving it 2 years again, thanks to the Wish Team!

Olivia Livissa

I can’t thank this dentist practice enough for what they are doing for me. I was involved in a car accident that knocked my front tooth out and damaged my others. Tom is restoring my teeth and giving me my confidence back. I couldn’t recommend the practice and all the staff enough.

Lauren Ellis

Wish was able to accommodate me within 24 hours of my crown cracking. Sean resolved my issue with a temporary procedure and the team was able to organise follow-on appointments for a permanent crown replacement before my upcoming holidays. Well done the Wish Team.

Danny Lee

The Wish Dental team are fabulous. I have had implants and extensive dental treatment due to an accident I had as a child. I am thrilled with the results and thanks to Tom have a confident smile. The whole team are always welcoming and make the experience a comfortable one. I would not hesitate to recommend Wish dental especially if you are considering implants.

Allyson Pilkington

Perfect service from Wish Dental. Tom and his team were amazing. Could not be more pleased with the results of extensive dental work including implants and veneers. Wish Dental are without doubt the best dentist I have ever been to, their work is second to none. There was no pain or discomfort in the entire process. I would not hesitate to recommend Wish Dental to anyone.

Nigel Couzens

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