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What is Good Oral Hygiene?

Good oral hygiene results in a mouth that looks and smells healthy. This means:

. Your teeth are clean and free of debris

. Gums are firmly held against teeth and do not hurt or bleed when you brush or floss

. Bad breath is not a constant problem

If your gums start to hurt or bleed while brushing or flossing, or you are experiencing persistent bad breath, see your dentist. Any of these conditions may indicate a problem.

Specialist Services


Harpers Dental Practice offers the complete range of NHS treatments in addition to a wide range of Private Costmetic Treatments including tooth coloured restorations, veneers, tooth whitening and an implant and orthodontal referral service.

On site oral surgery with intravenous sedation is available, along with relative analgesia for anxious adult patients and children.