Dental Hygiene

Dental Hygiene At a Glance

Cost
£119
Time
30–60 minutes
No. of Appointments
1
Downtime
None
Maintenance
Regular sessions

At Marlow Valley Smiles, we’re proud to offer the very latest in professional dental hygiene – Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT). We’re one of the few fully GBT-certified practices in Marlow, delivering deep yet gentle cleaning that removes biofilm, plaque, tartar, and stains.

What is Guided Biofilm Therapy?

GBT is a modern approach to hygiene care. Using a special dye to reveal plaque and biofilm, we can target harmful bacteria with precision. Your hygienist will gently remove it using a combination of air, warm water, and a fine powder, leaving your teeth feeling fresh and clean without discomfort or scraping.

Every session is tailored to your individual mouth, habits, and needs.

What Are the Benefits of GBT?

GBT help to:

  • Minimally invasive

  • Excellent stain removal for tea, coffee and wine
  • Gentle yet thorough for sensitive teeth
  • Targets hidden bacteria
  • Minimally invasive treatment
  • Brighter smile after stain removal

GBT Smile Stories

What to Expect at Your GBT Dental Hygiene Appointment?

GBT Dental Hygiene before and after 2

Consultation

We’ll discuss your brushing habits, address any concerns you may have, and explain the GBT process.

Biofilm Detection

A special dye highlights areas of biofilm (plaque and bacteria) so we know exactly where to clean.

AirFlow® Cleaning

We gently remove biofilm and surface stains using warm water, air, and a fine cleaning powder.

Final Clean

We check and remove any remaining calculus (tartar) above and below the gumline.

Oral Health Advice

We’ll go over tips for brushing, flossing, and using interdental brushes tailored to your needs.

Dental Hygiene GBT FAQs

Yes, but we highly recommend GBT as it’s the most advanced, comfortable option available.

No, it’s very gentle. Most patients describe it as a tickling sensation.

It’s not essential, but brushing after a meal is helpful.

No, all dye is removed during the treatment.

It doesn’t bleach your teeth like whitening treatment, but removing stains makes your smile look noticeably brighter.

Marlow Valley Smiles Dr Satman Uppal and Dental Nurse Timea

Why Choose Us

  • New Ownership Since February 2025, bringing renewed energy.

  • Gentle & Supportive Team Known for our warm and calm approach, we’re especially good with nervous patients.

  • Family-Focused Practice We care for patients of all ages and take time to build lasting relationships.

  • Relaxed, Modern Setting A welcoming space designed to put you at ease from the moment you walk in.