It is a common misconception that the Dental Hygienist just “cleans teeth”. The removal of calculus, plaque and biofilm are vital components to maintaining a healthy oral environment but are only a part of the bigger picture of the care your Dental Hygienist will provide. Regular preventative maintenance combined with daily oral hygiene is essential for maintaining a healthy smile and keeping oral and systemic diseases in check; particularly diseases of an inflammatory nature such as diabetes, Alzheimer's and heart disease.