Your Smile's Best-Kept Secret: Meet the Hygiene Team at New Road Dental
Great oral health starts with great hygiene care. Our dedicated hygiene team is here to keep your teeth and gums in excellent condition, and to make every appointment feel comfortable and worthwhile.
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The dental hygiene team at New Road Dental provides professional calculus removal, gum disease prevention, and personalised oral health advice. Most patients should attend every three to six months. Our team is highly qualified and committed to making every appointment comfortable, even for nervous patients.
When it comes to looking after your smile for the long term, hygiene appointments are one of the most important things you can do. They go well beyond a clean and a polish. A visit to our hygiene team is a chance to catch early signs of gum disease, receive personalised advice, and leave with a mouth that feels genuinely fresh and well cared for.
At New Road Dental, our hygiene team is made up of highly qualified clinicians who between them bring decades of specialist experience to every patient they see. They are warm, thorough, and genuinely passionate about helping people achieve and maintain excellent oral health. Whether you visit for a routine professional calculus removal or need more involved treatment for gum disease, you are in extremely capable hands.
This article introduces you to the team, explains what different hygiene appointments involve, and gives you everything you need to make the most of your visits here.
Why Dental Hygiene Matters
Brushing and flossing at home are essential, but they cannot do everything. Over time, plaque hardens into tartar in areas that are difficult to reach with a toothbrush, and once tartar has formed, it can only be removed by a professional. Left untreated, this build-up is one of the leading causes of gum disease, which in turn has been linked to a range of wider health conditions including heart disease, diabetes, and complications during pregnancy.
Regular hygiene appointments protect more than your teeth. They protect your gums, your overall health, and your confidence in your smile. The earlier problems are spotted, the simpler and less invasive the treatment tends to be. That is why our team places so much emphasis on prevention, helping you stay ahead of issues rather than dealing with them once they have taken hold.
Beyond the clinical benefits, there is something very satisfying about leaving a hygiene appointment with your teeth feeling clean, smooth, and noticeably brighter. Our team uses each visit as an opportunity to remind patients that good oral health and a great-looking smile go firmly hand in hand.
Types of Hygiene Appointments
Not every hygiene appointment is the same, and our team takes time to ensure the treatment you receive is tailored to your needs. Here are the main appointment types available at New Road Dental.
Professional Calculus Removal
The most common hygiene appointment. Your hygienist carefully removes calculus and plaque build-up from the tooth surfaces, leaving them clean and smooth. A great foundation for good ongoing oral health.
Periodontal Treatment
For patients with gum disease, our hygienists provide specialist periodontal therapy including deep cleaning below the gum line to remove bacteria and help the gums recover and reattach.
Airflow Stain Removal
Using a fine jet of air, water, and powder, Airflow removes surface staining from tea, coffee, and red wine, leaving teeth visibly cleaner and brighter without any bleaching involved.
Children's Hygiene
We welcome younger patients for hygiene appointments, helping to establish positive habits early and giving parents guidance on how to support their child's oral health at home.
Meet the Hygiene Team
The people behind your hygiene care matter. Here is an introduction to the clinicians you will meet when you book a hygiene appointment at New Road Dental.
Kathryn McCann
Lead Dental HygienistKathryn's connection with New Road Dental began long before she qualified, when she came to the practice for work experience and discovered her passion for dental hygiene. She went on to qualify as a Dental Nurse at the Birmingham Dental Hospital, where she received the Oral B prize for Dental Nurse of the Year. She then gained experience in the Department of Periodontology and Oral Medicine before graduating as a Dental Hygienist from Cardiff University in 2008, where she was awarded the GlaxoSmithKline prize in clinical excellence.
Since joining New Road Dental in 2013, Kathryn has built a loyal patient base and is known for her empathetic, confidence-building approach. She is passionate about helping patients reach and maintain optimum oral health, and takes time with every individual to ensure they feel genuinely supported. Kathryn is a member of the British Association of Dental Therapists, the British Society of Dental Hygienists and Therapists, and the British Society of Periodontology and Implant Dentistry.
Greta Saladziute
Dental Hygienist and TherapistGreta is a valued member of the hygiene team at New Road Dental, bringing a thorough and patient-centred approach to every appointment she carries out. She is dedicated to ensuring patients feel at ease throughout their visit and takes care to explain each step clearly, particularly for those who feel anxious about dental care.
Greta is committed to ongoing professional development and stays up to date with the latest techniques and guidance in dental hygiene and therapy. Her warm manner and attention to detail make her a popular clinician with patients of all ages, and she takes genuine satisfaction in helping people improve and maintain their oral health over time.
Kathryn is quick to ensure that each of her patients feel at ease by building confidence, trust and friendship. Her empathetic nature ensures patients feel comfortable in the dental chair.
How Often Should You Attend a Hygiene Appointment?
Most patients benefit from a hygiene appointment every six months, alongside their regular check-up. If you have a history of gum disease or your hygienist identifies areas of concern, they may recommend every three to four months. Your interval is always based on your individual needs, and the team will walk you through their reasoning at your appointment.
An Investment in Lifelong Dental Health
The best clinical outcomes come from consistent, proactive care over time. Denplan membership makes that consistency straightforward, spreading the cost of your routine dental and hygiene care into a monthly direct debit so regular appointments become a given, not a decision. Our reception team can talk you through the right plan level in just a few minutes.
Top Three Hygiene Tips From Our Team
Simple habits that make a real difference between appointments.
Most people brush for less than a minute. Use a timer if you need to. Electric toothbrushes tend to be more effective than manual ones at removing plaque, and our team can recommend the right type for your specific needs during your appointment.
Floss, interdental brushes, or a water flosser all work well. The spaces between teeth account for a significant proportion of tooth surface and are where gum disease most commonly begins. Cleaning them daily makes a meaningful long-term difference to your gum health.
Rinsing your mouth with water immediately after brushing washes away the fluoride from your toothpaste before it has had a chance to protect your enamel. Simply spit out the excess and leave the rest. It is a small habit that has a genuine impact on decay prevention over time.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I see a dental hygienist?
Most patients benefit from a hygiene appointment every three to six months, though your hygienist will recommend a frequency based on your individual oral health. Patients with a history of gum disease may need to attend more regularly to keep things well maintained.
Does a professional calculus removal hurt?
For most patients a professional calculus removal is comfortable and straightforward. If you have sensitive teeth or gums, let your hygienist know beforehand and they can adjust their approach. Local anaesthetic is available if you need extra comfort during the appointment.
Can I book a hygiene appointment without seeing the dentist first?
Yes. At New Road Dental you can book directly with the hygiene team without a prior dental appointment. If the hygienist identifies anything that needs a dentist's attention during your visit, they will let you know and help you arrange the appropriate follow-up.
Is a hygiene appointment covered by Denplan?
Depending on your Denplan plan level, hygiene appointments may be included or available at a reduced cost. Our reception team can check your plan details and confirm exactly what is covered before you book your appointment.
I am nervous about hygiene appointments. Can you help?
Absolutely. Our hygiene team are experienced in treating nervous patients and take time to explain each step before they begin. Just let us know when you book and we will make sure your appointment is paced to suit you, with breaks whenever you need them.
Your Oral Health Is Worth the Investment
Regular hygiene appointments are one of the simplest and most effective things you can do for your long-term oral health. With a team as experienced, qualified, and genuinely caring as ours, each visit is also an opportunity to feel supported, informed, and properly looked after.
Whether you are booking your first hygiene appointment in a long time, looking to establish a regular routine, or want to explore Denplan membership to protect your ongoing care, we are ready to help. The team will meet you wherever you are starting from and work with you from there.
Get in touch with us today by calling the practice or booking online. Your gums will thank you for it.
Ready to Book Your Hygiene Appointment?
Our hygiene team is here to help you achieve and maintain excellent oral health. Book your next appointment online, or explore Denplan membership to protect the value of regular care.
New Road Dental, 68 New Road, Bromsgrove, B60 2LA | 01527 872528