Dental Hygienist in Plymouth
With our Direct Access policy, you can book a visit with our Dental Hygienist without needing a dentist’s referral at Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre in Plymouth.
In addition to protecting your oral health with professional scale-and-polish treatments, our hygienist will clean your teeth and remove any stains.
Removing hardened tartar and plaque is essential to preventing tooth decay, gum disease, and bad breath.
Our Principal Dentist, Dr Lenore Bronkhorst, is an internationally trained Cosmetic Dentist who has just celebrated 40 years in dentistry.
From our state-of-the-art clinic near Mutley Plain, we serve patients from across Ocean City, including Plympton, Plymstock, Stoke Village and Derriford, and are conveniently located for those travelling from Saltash, Torpoint and Ivybridge.
Prevent Gum Disease and protect your smile
Professional Scale and Polish for a brighter smile.
No dentist referral needed with Direct Access.
Regular appointments with our skilled Dental Hygienist are among the easiest ways to keep your teeth, gums, and breath in great condition and avoid more costly treatment later. Our friendly hygienist offers thorough professional cleaning, personalised advice and gentle motivation to help you keep your mouth as healthy as possible between dentist visits. Whether you are worried about bleeding gums, stubborn tartar, bad breath or simply want that ultra‑clean “just‑been‑to-the-dentist” feeling, we tailor every session to your needs.
A typical hygiene visit includes a detailed assessment of your gums, removal of plaque and hardened tartar, and a thorough scale and polish to leave your teeth feeling smooth and fresh. We can also remove surface staining from tea, coffee, red wine and smoking, brightening your smile without bleaching. Throughout your appointment, our hygienist will show you exactly how to clean more effectively at home, including brushing techniques, interdental cleaning, and product recommendations tailored to your mouth, not generic advice.
Located on Lockyer Road, just off Mutley Plain with nearby free parking, our Plymouth clinic makes it easy to fit hygiene care around work and family life. If you want cleaner teeth, healthier gums and fresher breath, contact our team today to book your dental hygienist appointment in Plymouth.
Dental Hygienist cost Plymouth
An appointment with our Dental Hygienist at Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre starts from £95.
Hygienist Services
(30 mins) £95
(60 mins) £190
Direct Access Hygiene Visit
(30 mins) £125
(45 mins) £157
Super Shine Smile Bright
(45 mins) £157
Transform your smile
Contact us today to book a no-obligation consultation.
Dental Hygienist FAQ
Do I need to be a registered patient or see the dentist before seeing the hygienist?
No, you do not need a referral or to be a regular patient to visit us. Anyone can book an appointment directly with our dental hygienist.
We warmly welcome new private patients from across Britain’s Ocean City, as well as those travelling from Saltash, Torpoint, and the wider Devon and Cornwall areas.
What does a dental hygienist do?
During your visit, our hygienist will meticulously clean your teeth to remove stubborn plaque and hard tartar (calculus) that regular brushing simply cannot shift.
Then your teeth are professionally polished to remove surface stains, leaving your mouth feeling incredibly fresh and your teeth looking noticeably brighter.
We’ll also review your brushing technique, home care routine, and lifestyle factors, and give tailored advice so you can maintain a healthy, confident smile between appointments.
Will the hygienist make my teeth whiter?
Professional hygiene often leaves teeth looking naturally whiter because plaque and superficial stains have been expertly removed.
If you’re seeking a more noticeable colour change, dentist‑prescribed whitening can be seamlessly combined with hygiene appointments to safely lighten your tooth shade and enhance your overall result.
Is a visit to the dental hygienist painful? I have very sensitive teeth.
Your comfort is our absolute priority. A routine scale and polish should not be painful. However, if you have sensitive teeth or suffer from dental anxiety, please let our team know.
Our Mutley Plain clinic is a deeply calming environment, and we can use gentle techniques, desensitising pastes, or even highly effective numbing gels to ensure your hygiene appointment is completely stress-free and comfortable.
How often should I book a dental hygiene appointment?
For most patients with healthy mouths, we recommend visiting our Plymouth hygienist every 6 months to keep plaque at bay and prevent gum disease.
However, if you are a smoker, have a history of periodontitis (severe gum disease), or wear orthodontic appliances such as Invisalign, we may recommend more frequent visits, typically every 3 to 4 months, to keep your smile in top condition.
Can a hygienist remove stains from tea, coffee, and smoking?
Absolutely. If you enjoy your daily coffee on the Barbican or a glass of red wine, you will likely develop extrinsic (surface) stains over time. A professional scale-and-polish is highly effective at lifting these stubborn stains.
In fact, a thorough hygiene appointment is the essential first step we recommend before undergoing our teeth whitening treatments to ensure the best, most even results.
My gums bleed when I brush. Can your hygienist help with this?
Yes, bleeding gums are often the first warning sign of gingivitis, a mild form of gum disease caused by plaque buildup along the gum line.
Our hygienist will gently but thoroughly remove the bacteria causing the inflammation. Left untreated, gingivitis can progress to more serious periodontitis, which can lead to tooth loss, making regular dental visits vital for your long-term oral health.
Can a professional dental cleaning help cure bad breath?
Persistent bad breath (halitosis) is a very common concern and is frequently caused by bacteria trapped beneath the gum line in tartar.
Because standard toothbrushes and mouthwashes cannot remove hardened tartar, a professional deep clean by our Plymouth hygiene team is often the most effective way to eliminate odour-causing bacteria and restore your confidence in fresh breath.
Do I still need to see a hygienist if I have dental implants or crowns?
Yes, it is arguably even more important. While your ceramic crowns or titanium dental implants cannot decay, the natural gum tissue surrounding them is still highly susceptible to inflammation and disease.
Regular visits to our Lockyer Road clinic ensure that the gums supporting your valuable cosmetic restorations remain perfectly healthy, protecting your investment for years to come.
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How to find our Dental Clinic in Plymouth
Address: 7 Lockyer Road, Plymouth, PL3 4RL
From Manadon roundabout: Take Mannamead Rd (B3250) to Mutley. Go around The Hyde Park Inn onto Wilderness Rd and then Lockyer Road.
From Drake Circus in the city centre: Go up North Hill (B3250) and across Mutley Plain into Wilderness Rd and then Lockyer Road.
From Laira Bridge: Continue onto Embankment Rd. At Cattedown roundabout, take the 4th exit onto Tothill Rd/B3238. Then continue straight onto Mutley Plain/B3250, into Wilderness Rd, and then onto Lockyer Road.
If using public transport, there are several bus stops across Mutley Plain, serving routes into and out of Plymouth city centre.
There is on-street parking available outside our premises Mon–Fri except between 3–4pm when it’s permit-only.
We’re roughly 100 metres from Mutley Plain, which has Mutley Barracks and Napier Terrace car parks, both offering 2 hours of free parking.