Almost all dental problems can be prevented by the use of sufficient oral hygiene. In order to look after your teeth as well as possible, we advise regular visits to a dental hygienist. In our modern practices on the Keizersgracht and the Lassusstraat, you can make an appointment with a dental hygienist. A referral from a dentist isn\u2019t required. Simply\u00a0make an appointment.<\/a>\u00a0 Call\u00a0020 47 13 137<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The prevention of problems with your teeth is one of the most important tasks of our team of dentists, dental hygienists and prevention assistants. Nearly all dental problems can be prevented with the help of good dental hygiene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In order to prevent dental problems and keep your teeth as clean as possible, we advise that you have a twice-yearly combined appointment with a dentist and an oral hygienist. The Dentists will check if there are any problems with your teeth and the dental hygienist will clean your teeth and gums. After the cleaning, our dental hygienists will give advice on how you can best look after your teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A big advantage of Lassus is that we offer every under one roof: Dental hygienists, orthodontists, and of course dentists. My children also now go to Lassus and even though I believe that they won\u2019t leave Amsterdam so quickly, that even if they do move somewhere else then I hope that they\u2019ll continue to visit Lassus from their new place of residence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When you have any of the following complaints it\u2019s advisable to make an appointment<\/a> with one of our dental hygienists:<\/p>\n\n\n\n In our practices, you\u2019ll meet dental hygienists as well as prevention assistants, but what is exactly are the differences between the two? A Dental hygienist holds an HBO degree and is continuously tested on the latest quality standards. A dental hygienist focuses on the prevention of things such as gum problems and cavities. Alongside this, the dental hygienist can also handle treatment of gums infections such as periodontitis and gingivitis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Where the work of the dental hygienist begins, stops in principle the work of the prevention assistant. A prevention assistant gives advice over the prevention of cavities and gum diseases. Alongside this, the prevention assistant deals with the treatment of simple complaints.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Before you undergo any treatment, a PPS measurement is performed. This works as follows; Our dental hygienists give your gums a score between 1 and 3. From the basis of these scores, we define your treatment plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n *Explanation of the terms gingivitis and periodontitis: The following treatments are carried out by our dental hygienists:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The costs of dental hygiene treatment are not covered by the basic health insurance. In the event that you have additional insurance for dental treatment then in most cases, the costs are reimbursed. If in doubt, double check the terms of your additional health insurance policy or contact your insurance provider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The costs for children younger than 18 years old are covered by the basic insurance. For children younger than 18 years it\u2019s not necessary to open an additional health insurance policy. Do the health insurance reimbursement check on our website.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nPreventative care<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
When should I visit the dental hygienist in Amsterdam?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Differences between a dental hygienist and prevention assistant<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The treatment of dental hygienists<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
PPS <\/th> Description<\/strong> <\/th><\/tr><\/thead> 1<\/td> There are pockets up to 3 mm and the gums are sufficiently healthy. We strive to maintain this through instructions and treatments.<\/td><\/tr> 2<\/td> With this score there are pockets up to 5 mm and the health of your gums is at a tipping point. There is probably already bone destruction. Additional oral hygiene treatments are necessary to reduce pockets. It is possible that additional research needs to be done immediately by determining the periodontium status and starting an intensive periodontal process.<\/td><\/tr> 3<\/td> With PPS 3, pockets of 6 mm or deeper have been identified. There is also bone loss around one or more teeth. This usally makes it necessary to conduct more extensive research and start an intensive investigation process.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
If as a result of dental plaque an infection exists on the edge of the gums, then it\u2019s a case of gingivitis. If the infection spreads close to the jawbone, then the term for this is periodontitis.<\/p>\n\n\n\nOverview of treatment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Reimbursement from your health insurance provider<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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