We hear it all the time: “I brush twice a day, sometimes floss… do I really need to see a hygienist?”
Short answer: yes.
Longer answer: absolutely yes, and not just because we like seeing you.
Even if your at-home routine is award-worthy, there are things your toothbrush and floss just can’t do or you were never aware that they could do!
The Biofilm – saliva, bacteria and food or plaque hardens into tartar, bacteria settle into gum pockets, and before you know it, your mouth is hosting a party you didn’t authorize. Regular visits to a dental hygienist in Burnaby aren’t just about clean teeth—they’re about catching issues early, protecting your gums and bones supporting your teeth, and keeping your breath fresh enough to get within whisper-distance of people again and maintaining optimal oral and overall health.
When Plaque Stays Too Long, It Starts Acting Like It Owns the Place
It’s easy to let a cleaning slide – life’s busy, your teeth don’t hurt, and your dog ate your appointment card. But behind the scenes, plaque and tartar are hard at work building a plaque empire. Left unchecked, that buildup can lead to gum inflammation, bleeding, bad breath, and even bone loss.
The chronic inflammation in your mouth allows harmful bacteria to travel in your bloodstream throughout your body creating unwanted effects such as blockages or plaques in your blood vessels of your heart, brain and lungs. And here’s the kicker: early gum disease usually never hurts! That’s why your friendly dental hygienist in Burnaby is your secret weapon.
At MSHC, we are not just gum gardeners or give you bloody polishes or prophys – we Prevent. We look for the early signs of trouble so you don’t end up needing more serious treatment later or put you at risk for serious chronic life threatening diseases.
Gentle Hands, Judgement-Free Vibes, and a Whole Lot of Prevention
At My Smile Health Centre, our dental hygienists are kind, compassionate, patient, empathetic, skilled, and excellent at small talk that distracts you from that awkward moment when you’re trying to answer with your mouth wide open. They will measure your blood pressure at every appointment to ensure you are healthy and stay that way.
Your hygiene visits are customized and tailored to what your mouth and your body need. The hygiene therapy is effective and targeted based on the condition that your gums and teeth are in.
We provide professional cleanings that reduce the bacterial load on your system with painless laser therapy. We are able to remove the biofilm or plaque and tartar in places your toothbrush just can’t reach with gentle techniques such as Guided Biofilm Therapy as well as deep cleanings with scaling and root planing.
We continuously monitor check your gum health, offer personalized hygiene homecare instruction, and (we promise) never scold you about your brushing/flossing habits.
When you book with a dental hygienist in Burnaby at My Smile Health Centre, you get care that’s comfortable, thorough, personalized, and always focused on long-term health—not short-term fixes.
It’s More Than a Cleaning—It’s Whole-Body Support
Here’s what makes us different: at MSHC, your dental cleaning isn’t just about teeth. Dr. Ivy Yu and our hygienists take a holistic approach that looks at how your oral health connects to your overall wellness. Gum inflammation, for example, has ties to heart disease, diabetes, and even cognitive health. We consider your medical history, stress, nutrition, and lifestyle when crafting a care plan. Your mouth is the gateway to your body—so keeping it healthy supports everything else, too.
Dental Hygienist Burnaby: Prevention Now, or Complications Later
Skip a few cleanings, and you might not notice a difference—at first. But slowly, gums start to recede, inflammation builds, and tooth sensitivity and mobility creeps in. Eventually, that “quick checkup” becomes a deeper procedure or even a referral to a specialist or a hopeless prognosis or future for your teeth. On the flip side, regular visits to your dental hygienist in Burnaby mean less discomfort, lower dental bills, that amazing post-cleaning “my mouth feels brand new” sensation and the possibility to live healthier and longer. Prevention really is the best treatment—and your smile deserves it.
Dr. Ivy Yu:
“Seeing your dental hygienist isn’t just a checkbox – it’s a smart way to invest in your long-term health. Our team is here to make you feel at ease, supported, and genuinely cared for. Whether it’s been six months or six years, we’re happy to see you again – no lectures, or judgement, just gentle care.”
Book your dental cleaning today—your future self (and your gums) will thank you.
