A day in the life of a dental hygienist

Discover clinical situations our dental hygienists encounter and the questions they raise in daily practice.

Initial tooth shade

Whitening composite teeth: a complex case

What appeared to be a straightforward whitening request involving composite restorations required a more detailed assessment.

Dental abscess case

Dental abscess or inflammation?

A patient returned after a long stay abroad. The case illustrates why oral hygiene and clinical assessment matter.

Tooth stain

A tooth stain linked to toothpaste

Even good oral hygiene habits can sometimes hide an unexpected issue.

Oral care after childbirth

Oral health after childbirth

After the birth of her second child, a patient had set aside her regular oral care routine.

Discoloured teeth

When a patient feared her teeth were no longer vital

A change in tooth colour prompted concern and a closer look at the underlying cause.

Gum recession and bruxism

Bruxism and gum recession

A routine appointment revealed symptoms that called for careful assessment.

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