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Nearest Train Station Richmond and St Margaret’s stations are both within half a mile of the practice.
Bus Routes 33, 490, 110, H37, R68, R70 (Cresswell Road Stop)
Regular hygiene visits can help control plaque and tartar around the gumline before they contribute to more persistent inflammation.
A dental hygienist in Twickenham can remove deposits that are difficult to clear at home and monitor areas where bleeding, tenderness or deeper gum pockets may need closer attention.
The aim is to support healthier gums over time rather than only providing a one-off clean.
Karen Armstrong (GDC 2596) and Aline Naylor provide dental hygiene care at Perfect Smile Twickenham.
Karen has worked at the practice since 2010 and focuses on helping patients improve their oral hygiene and preventive routine. Aline provides preventive, periodontal and restorative care, with an emphasis on patient education and long-term oral health.
Together, they support patients looking for dental hygiene in Twickenham with professional cleaning and practical guidance between appointments.
Crowns and bridges can create margins and contact points that need careful daily cleaning. Plaque can collect around these areas even when the restoration itself feels comfortable.
A hygiene appointment can help remove deposits from around the restoration and identify where brushing, floss or interdental brushes may need to be adjusted.
This is particularly useful where bridgework or closely positioned crowns make certain surfaces harder to reach at home.
Professional hygiene care can include more than tartar removal alone. The appointment may also involve stain removal, gum assessment and advice on cleaning techniques suited to your mouth.
Dental hygiene services in Twickenham may include:
The most suitable appointment depends on the condition of your teeth and gums and the amount of cleaning required.
Perfect Smile Twickenham is at 402 Richmond Road, East Twickenham, TW1 2EB. The NHS and private practice has disabled access and nearby paid parking, with Richmond and St Margaret’s stations both within approximately half a mile.
The cost of hygiene treatment depends on the type of appointment and whether additional stain removal is needed.
A standard hygienist session is suitable for routine professional cleaning and preventive gum care. Airflow can be added when more focused surface-stain removal is appropriate, while children have a separate hygiene fee for age-appropriate care.
The hygienist can advise which appointment best matches your oral-health needs and the level of cleaning required.
| Dental Hygiene Treatment | Twickenham Price |
| Hygienist Session | £90 |
| Child Hygienist Session | £65 |
| Hygienist + Airflow Session | £135 |
We offer flexible payment plans to help you spread the cost of your treatment. A £1,000 treatment can be spread over 12 months at 0% interest, with monthly payments of £83.33 and no added cost, while treatments under £1000 can be split into three monthly payments with Klarna. Our team will guide you through everything clearly. Contact your nearest practice or enquire below to get started.
| Duration | Monthly | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 6 months | ||
| 10 months | ||
| 12 months |
| Duration | Monthly | Total |
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| 36 months | ||
| 48 months | ||
| 60 months |
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GDC: 2596
Hygienist
GDC: 2596
Karen trained at the Royal Dental School London and qualified in 1983. She is married and has two children who are now working within the NHS. Since she qualified, she has worked in practices in Surrey and London. She joined Bridge Dental Centre in 2010. The aspects of her job that she enjoys most are meeting patients and helping them improve their oral hygiene.
Hygienist
Aline Naylor is a Dental Hygienist and Therapist with over 14 years’ experience in dentistry. She originally qualified as a Dentist in Brazil, completing her Bachelor of Dental Surgery at the Federal University of Amazonas in 2011, before gaining a Master’s degree at the University of São Paulo in 2016.
Since moving to the UK, Aline has worked as a Dental Hygienist and Therapist, providing preventive, periodontal and restorative care, with a strong emphasis on patient education and evidence-based practice. She is fluent in English and Portuguese and is committed to ongoing professional development to ensure the highest standards of care.
Outside of work, Aline is a keen lifelong learner of musical instruments, enjoys running, practising yoga, and spending time with her family.
